The International Organization for Migration (IOM), in partnership with the Pearl Initiative and the Shefa Fund, hosted emerging business and philanthropic leaders from the Gulf region for a four-day learning visit to Athens. The programme offered participants a first-hand look at Greece’s migration context and the operational realities of humanitarian assistance. IOM’s Chief of Staff,… [Read More]
UNDP Supports PNG in Achieving Paris Agreement Goals
The Paris Agreement, adopted by 196 countries in 2025, aims to limit global temperature rise to no more than 2°C. Under the treaty, each country outlines its plans to reduce emissions and adapt to climate change through Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs). In Papua New Guinea (PNG), a national consultation brought together government representatives, provincial leaders,… [Read More]
HR Goes Digital: Aquila’s €240,000 Investment for 3,500 Employees
Romanian FMCG distributor Aquila has completed a 24-month digitalisation project to standardise human resources processes across its operations. The company implemented the SincronHR solution to manage more than 3,500 employees across warehouses, departments, and regions in Romania, Moldova, and Hungary. The investment of over RON 1.2 million (€240,000) is part of Aquila’s strategy to support… [Read More]
Over 245,000 Finns Assisted Worldwide by Consular Services
In 2025, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Finnish missions abroad provided consular services to approximately 245,000 citizens. The Ministry’s 24/7 service was contacted around 6,700 times during the year, with the highest demand coming from popular travel destinations such as Spain, Germany, Thailand, Estonia, and Sweden. The Unit for Consular Assistance handled 610 cases… [Read More]
Teacher Development in Colombia: Driving Holistic Student Growth
Teach For All is exploring how to develop teachers who can support students holistically, emphasizing the empowerment of educators to test evidence-based approaches, generate insights from their experiences, and experiment with innovative teacher development models. Through a collaboration between Teach For All’s Global Institute for Shaping a Better Future and Enseña por Colombia, supported by… [Read More]
Ancient Trees at Risk: Fire Weather Worsens with Climate Change
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) recently allocated half a million Swiss francs from its Disaster Response Emergency Fund to support the Chilean Red Cross in responding to large-scale forest fires that erupted in January in the Ñuble and Biobío regions. The fires spread rapidly due to extreme weather conditions… [Read More]
Twinning Initiative Boosts Cross-Border Wildlife Conservation
Conserving wildlife and habitats requires teams to collaborate across borders and tackle international wildlife trafficking collectively. The Global Wildlife Program (GWP), funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and led by the World Bank, recently completed a series of “twinning” exchanges, pairing projects from six countries to strengthen collaboration and share solutions for wildlife conservation… [Read More]
Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Korea Youth Summit 2026 Highlights
The Korea Youth Summit (KYS) 2026, organized by Youth Break the Boundaries (YBB) in Seoul, South Korea, successfully brought together young delegates from around the world to promote dialogue, cultural exchange, and collaborative leadership. Over four days, participants engaged in activities designed to strengthen their global perspective, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding while building international… [Read More]
NGO Launches Baking Training for 999 Women in Northern Region
The Lydia Wilson Foundation has launched the Bake to Empower programme to train 999 displaced women and children in Northern Nigeria in baking skills, providing them with the tools and knowledge to generate sustainable income and reduce dependence on aid. The initiative addresses structural barriers that perpetuate cycles of poverty and food insecurity, particularly as… [Read More]
Firm and Foundation Launch $120K Plastic Waste Innovation Challenge
OceanHub Africa, in partnership with The Coca-Cola Foundation, has launched a $120,000 pan-African challenge to promote innovative, science-driven solutions for plastic waste management across the continent. The initiative, titled Call for Bold Ideas in Plastic Circularity, invites scientists, innovators, and startups to submit scalable ideas that can move beyond the concept stage into commercially viable… [Read More]
AfDB Supports Djibouti with $80M for Resilient Infrastructure
The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the government of Djibouti have signed $80 million in agreements to support major infrastructure, urban development, and climate-resilient agriculture projects across the country. The funding includes a $22 million grant to rehabilitate seven kilometres of urban roads in Djibouti City, enhancing mobility and climate resilience, and a $30 million… [Read More]
The Power of Co-Financing to Accelerate Development Projects
On February 11, 2026, the World Bank Group, Morocco’s Ministry of Economy and Finance, and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) convened a high-level forum, The Power of Co-Financing, to strengthen collaboration among development partners and countries. With development needs growing faster than available resources, co-financing enables partners to pool funds, mobilize private capital, support… [Read More]
Deadly Floods Hit Southern Africa, Waterborne Disease Threatens Families
Severe flooding across southern Africa is putting children and families at heightened risk of waterborne diseases, as damaged sanitation and disrupted access to safe water exacerbate a growing health crisis, according to Save the Children. Heavy rains have affected more than 1.3 million people across Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, destroying homes, schools, and… [Read More]
David Miliband Launches IRC Emergency Watchlist Africa 2026
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has launched its 2026 Emergency Watchlist for Africa, a tool that uses 74 quantitative and qualitative indicators, along with expert insights, to anticipate which crises are most likely to deteriorate. Since its inception in 2014, the Watchlist has correctly identified 85 to 95 percent of countries facing worsening humanitarian crises…. [Read More]
Denmark Commits $23.47M to Boost Climate Adaptation in Rural Uganda
The Embassy of Denmark in Kampala has committed $23.47 million to the UN Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) to support rural communities in Uganda in adapting to climate change. Over the next four years, the funds will strengthen local economies through UNCDF’s LoCAL+ program, which for the first time incorporates engagement with the private sector to… [Read More]
Why Ghana’s Fund Domiciliation Moment Is a Game-Changer for African Finance
Africa holds over US$700 billion in domestic pension, insurance, and long-term savings, yet much of this capital remains invested in low-yield government instruments or flows offshore instead of fueling African enterprises, job creation, and innovation. The challenge is not a shortage of funds but the lack of investable pathways that connect domestic savings to productive… [Read More]
Morocco Sees Increased Co-Financing Through World Bank and AFD Partnership
On 11 February, the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the World Bank met in Morocco to highlight “The Power of Co-financing,” a model designed to expand as international aid shrinks while development needs grow. With resources under pressure and partner countries requiring investments in sectors such as transport, energy, and climate action, the two… [Read More]
World Bank Funds $245M Climate-Resilient Infrastructure in Himachal Pradesh
The World Bank has approved $245 million in financing to help 2.3 million people in Himachal Pradesh, India, rebuild resilient infrastructure and strengthen community-owned businesses. The state has faced severe losses from extreme weather events in recent years, including heavy rainfall during the 2023 and 2025 monsoon seasons, which caused widespread damage to housing, infrastructure,… [Read More]
Paraguay’s Bi-Oceanic Corridor Gets Key Investment from IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $200 million loan to finance the construction of a key section of Paraguay’s Bi-Oceanic Corridor, a strategic 2,300-mile route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The project aims to improve transportation, expand market and service access for residents of western Paraguay, and stimulate international trade across the… [Read More]
African Development Bank Backs Benin’s Circular Economy Action Plan
The Republic of Benin has formalized its Circular Economy Action Plan (CEAP) to place circularity at the center of economic growth, aiming to enhance national competitiveness, resilience, and sustainable development. Launched on 5 February 2026 with support from the African Development Bank’s African Circular Economy Facility, the plan aligns with Benin’s Vision 2060 Alafia, emphasizing… [Read More]
From $10K to Millions: Lessons from Nonprofits Winning Big with Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding has emerged as a transformative tool for nonprofit organizations seeking to achieve their funding goals. Unlike traditional fundraising, which often required significant time and resources, crowdfunding platforms streamline the process, enabling nonprofits to connect directly with a wide audience of potential donors. This approach not only broadens funding sources beyond major donors and grants… [Read More]
Spain: EIB and BBVA Partner to Accelerate Green Finance Initiatives
xThe European Investment Bank (EIB) and BBVA have signed two strategic agreements aimed at boosting green finance in Spain and strengthening technical capacity in climate action across the financial sector. The first agreement establishes an EIB guarantee facility of up to €380 million to support sustainable projects. Under this arrangement, the EIB will guarantee roughly… [Read More]
Energy Efficiency for SMEs: EIB Group on Track to Surpass 2025 Targets
The Energy Efficiency for SMEs initiative, the first EU-wide programme dedicated to accelerating energy savings among small and medium-sized enterprises, is on track to exceed its targets after a successful first year of operation. In 2025, the initiative delivered €6 billion in financing, enabling up to 150,000 SMEs across Europe to invest in energy efficiency and… [Read More]
