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The WWF Malaysia report on the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) pilot highlights how businesses and financial institutions can better understand and manage their relationship with nature. The pilot involved multiple organizations across sectors, demonstrating how the TNFD framework can be applied in real-world settings to assess dependencies, impacts, risks, and opportunities related to… [Read More]

Africa’s progress toward sustainable development is increasingly threatened by the growing impact of climate change, which is driving more frequent and severe disasters across the continent. Events such as droughts, floods, and cyclones are not only causing immediate humanitarian crises but are also eroding long-term development gains. Governments are often forced to divert limited public… [Read More]

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has led to one of the world’s most severe displacement crises, forcing millions of people to flee their homes in search of safety. Nearly three years into the conflict, families continue to face immense hardship, often leaving behind their belongings, communities, and sources of livelihood. With humanitarian needs growing rapidly,… [Read More]

Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has raised serious concerns over limited access to a groundbreaking HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, after the pharmaceutical company Gilead Sciences declined to supply the medicine directly to the organization. The drug, an injectable form of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), represents a significant advancement in HIV prevention as it requires administration only twice… [Read More]

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has triggered a large-scale displacement crisis, forcing hundreds of thousands of refugees and returnees into eastern Chad. As a result, the total number of displaced people in the country has surged to nearly 2.2 million, with women and children making up the overwhelming majority. This rapid influx has placed immense… [Read More]

The European Commission has announced a new funding package of nearly €11 million to enhance disaster preparedness and humanitarian assistance across Asia in 2026. This initiative reflects the growing need to strengthen resilience in a region frequently affected by natural disasters, climate-related risks, and ongoing humanitarian challenges. The majority of the funding is dedicated to… [Read More]

Civil society organisations in Lesotho are raising serious concerns about a recently signed health funding agreement between the government and the United States, calling for greater transparency and parliamentary oversight. The agreement, signed in December 2025, outlines a significant investment in Lesotho’s healthcare system, with the United States committing $232 million over five years, while… [Read More]

Finland has announced a new humanitarian contribution of €2 million to support refugees and internally displaced people in Lebanon through the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR). This funding comes at a time when the humanitarian situation in Lebanon is rapidly deteriorating due to escalating hostilities in the region, which have forced large numbers of people… [Read More]

The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights is preparing to issue an advisory opinion that could significantly shape how governments across the continent address climate-related displacement. This decision comes at a critical time as the number of people forced to leave their homes due to floods and other climate-driven events continues to rise sharply…. [Read More]

Across the United States, communities are increasingly developing alternative approaches to responding to mental health crises that move away from traditional police-led interventions. These models have emerged in response to growing concerns about the risks associated with law enforcement involvement, particularly as many individuals experiencing mental health crises have faced harm or even death during… [Read More]

A proposed law to establish a care system in Mexico City has drawn criticism due to concerns that its current structure and funding limitations could undermine the rights of people with disabilities and older individuals. While the bill aims to recognize care as a human right and align with international standards, experts warn that its… [Read More]

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, currently under debate in the US Senate, has raised significant concerns among rights advocates who argue that it could create substantial barriers to voting for millions of eligible citizens. While the bill is presented as a measure to prevent voter fraud by requiring proof of citizenship during voter… [Read More]

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly initiated a nationwide campaign to recruit children as young as 12 into roles described as “homeland defending combatants,” raising serious international concern. This move comes amid escalating military tensions and widespread attacks across the country, increasing the risks faced by civilians, particularly minors. Human rights organizations have… [Read More]

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the Princess Alanood Bint Abdulaziz Bin Musaed Bin Jluwi Al Saud Charitable Foundation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation on humanitarian protection, counter-trafficking, and international dialogue. Announced in Geneva on 30 March 2026, the agreement brings together IOM’s global expertise in migration and protection with… [Read More]

The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $200 million Economic Transformation Development Policy Operation for Armenia to support the country’s shift toward a more competitive, globally integrated, and environmentally responsible economy. In addition, the OPEC Fund plans to provide parallel financing of up to $92.8 million, bringing the total support package to… [Read More]

The World Bank Group has approved a US$25.75 million grant from the International Development Association to support the Djibouti Economic Diversification Program, marking the country’s first Program-for-Results financing. The initiative is designed to expand economic opportunities, strengthen the private sector, and create jobs as Djibouti works to reduce reliance on traditional economic models and build… [Read More]

Zambia has launched a broad package of skills development tools aimed at improving employability and aligning training more closely with labour market needs across major sectors of the economy. Announced in Livingstone, the initiative introduced the National Critical Skills List, Sector Skills Strategies, three Sector Skills Bodies, and a pilot National Apprenticeship Programme, marking a… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group has reaffirmed its development priorities for Kenya following a mid-term review of its 2024–2028 Country Strategy Paper, which found that the five-year strategy remains on track. While confirming that the overall direction is still relevant, the review also identified new measures to improve implementation and strengthen results during the remaining… [Read More]

Women in the workplace contribute not only skills and expertise but also resilience, responsibility, and leadership, often while balancing professional duties with family and community roles. Yet despite their contributions, many still face challenges related to fairness, equal opportunity, and access to support when workplace issues arise. Complex procedures, uneven awareness of available recourse, and… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group’s Board of Directors has approved a $15 million equity investment in the SPE PEF III private equity fund to support growth-stage businesses across Africa. The decision, taken in Abidjan on 25 March 2026, reflects the Bank’s continued commitment to expanding access to capital for businesses with strong growth potential on… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group’s Board of Directors has approved a €7.5 million investment in the Breega Africa Seed I Fund to help scale some of Africa’s most promising early-stage technology start-ups. The financing is aimed at strengthening support for innovative young businesses across the continent during the critical seed stage of growth. The investment… [Read More]

The African Development Bank Group’s newly appointed Country Manager for Tanzania, Mary Manneko Monyau, officially began her tenure after presenting her Letter of Credence in Dar es Salaam on 25 March 2026. The ceremony marked the formal start of her mandate and underscored the Bank’s continued engagement with Tanzania as a key development partner. On… [Read More]

London’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are set to benefit from a new finance navigation hub aimed at simplifying access to funding and investment as part of the city’s wider Business Support Strategy. The Grow London Local Money hub, launching in April and delivered by London & Partners, will provide businesses with a clear entry… [Read More]