A three-day Normative Capacity-Building Workshop organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO) from 23 to 25 July 2025 at Pamodzi Hotel marked a key development in Zambia’s efforts to improve compliance with international labour standards. The event brought together diverse stakeholders, including officials from major government ministries, employer organizations, worker representatives, and development partners. Participants… [Read More]
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Erasmus+ EU Funding for Education, Youth, Training & Sport Opportunities
The 2025 Erasmus+ Capacity Building for Higher Education programme has proposed 173 new projects for funding, aiming to enhance international cooperation in higher education. These projects are part of a broader effort to strengthen the global role of higher education institutions in tackling shared challenges and adapting to rapid changes in the education landscape. The… [Read More]
Morgan State University Reaches Historic $100M in Research Commitments
Morgan State University has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing $100 million in sponsored research funding for the first time, reaching $104.4 million in Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25). This represents an 18% increase from the $88.5 million secured in FY24. The achievement marks significant progress toward the university’s strategic goal of obtaining R1 (very high… [Read More]
UK Invests £30 Million to Decarbonise Shipping and Create Maritime Jobs
The UK government has announced £30 million in new funding to accelerate the decarbonisation of the maritime sector and support economic growth in coastal communities. The investment, part of the sixth round of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC), will fund projects that develop green maritime fuels and technologies such as ammonia, hydrogen, methanol, solar,… [Read More]
Boosting SME Lending: Africa’s New Trade Finance Fund Unveiled
Nigerian investment management firm ARM is preparing to launch a new trade finance fund aimed at increasing access to trade finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa. The fund will work by providing loans to banks on the continent, thereby strengthening their ability to extend financing to local businesses involved in trade. The… [Read More]
€45 Million Investment to Advance Green Hydrogen in Sustainable Industries
The Dutch Research Council (NWO) and the National Growth Fund programme GroenvermogenNL have awarded over €45 million to the HyCARB project, led by the Netherlands Organisation for Applied Scientific Research (TNO). This funding follows the call for proposals under the theme “Hydrogen and green electrons for carbon-based chemistry,” aiming to support the Dutch chemical industry’s… [Read More]
Swiss Network in India and HCLSoftware Join Forces to Develop Next-Gen GovTech Solutions
HCLSoftware has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swiss Network in India—comprising the Embassy of Switzerland, the Swiss Business Hub India, and Swissnex in India—to join the Indo-Swiss Innovation Platform. This collaboration aligns with the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) framework and is aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in digital infrastructure… [Read More]
USDA Forest Service Announces $80 Million Investment in Timber Industry and Forest Conservation
The U.S. Forest Service has announced an $80 million investment through its Wood Innovation Grants program to boost wood products manufacturing, expand active forest management, and accelerate energy innovation in timber-producing communities across the United States. This funding initiative is aimed at strengthening rural economies, improving forest health, and promoting sustainable use of natural resources…. [Read More]
Empowering Communities with the West Africa Clean Cooking Fund
The West Africa Clean Cooking Fund aims to revolutionize cooking practices in a region where over 267 million people still rely on traditional biomass fuels. This reliance contributes to serious health problems, particularly for women, and leads to environmental degradation, including deforestation and rising greenhouse gas emissions. The fund will be accelerated through an initial… [Read More]
UNDP’s timbuktoo Initiative Reshapes Development Finance at FFD4
On the sidelines of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hosted a high-level event titled “Building the Future of Engagement with the Private Sector.” The event focused on mobilizing private capital and reforming the international financial architecture, highlighting UNDP’s timbuktoo initiative as a prime… [Read More]
Call for Safety and Anxiety-Reducing Solutions at Bristol Temple Meads Testbed
Connected Places Catapult, the UK’s innovation accelerator for transport and the built environment, has opened applications for the next cohort of the Station Innovation Zone, a program designed to support up to eight small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) developing solutions to improve passenger safety and experience. This initiative, now in its fourth year and run… [Read More]
Government Boosts Tech Innovation Outside Capital with Mentorship, Funding, and Skills Development
The UK government has launched a £1 million programme aimed at supporting tech entrepreneurs outside London to grow their businesses and stimulate innovation across regional areas. This initiative is designed to strengthen local economies by targeting regions such as Scotland, the North East, Humber and East, and South Yorkshire, thereby promoting tech sector growth beyond… [Read More]
Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program Aims to Create 500,000 Jobs in India by 2030
Infosys Foundation has launched the Infosys Springboard Livelihood Program to help create 500,000 jobs in India by 2030. With an initial investment of over INR 200 crore, the initiative is aimed at empowering job seekers with the skills and opportunities needed for sustainable employment. The program, delivered through the Infosys Springboard digital learning platform, targets… [Read More]
EU Energy Efficiency Target: Progress, Policies, and Next Steps for 2030
Achieving the European Union’s energy and climate goals requires a significant reduction in overall energy consumption. Energy efficiency—defined as using less energy to perform the same tasks—is a key driver of the EU’s clean energy transition. To this end, the EU has committed to reducing final energy consumption by 11.7% by 2030 compared to 2020… [Read More]
EU–Iceland Agreement Boosts Sustainable Fisheries and Marine Conservation Efforts
The European Union and Iceland have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their cooperation on fisheries and ocean affairs. This agreement creates a structured framework for collaboration in areas such as sustainable fisheries management, scientific research, and marine conservation. It also supports joint efforts to protect marine biodiversity and promote the energy… [Read More]
IOM Opens New Humanitarian Supply Chain Hub in Greece to Support Global Crises
On 15 July 2025, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Greece to establish a new supply chain centre in Thessaloniki. This advanced logistics facility is designed to significantly enhance IOM’s global humanitarian response capabilities by enabling faster, more efficient, and sustainable delivery of aid to… [Read More]
EIT Health KIC Prepares New Call for ‘Medicines from Medicines’ Circular Pharma Project
The need for a circular medicine chain has become increasingly urgent due to rising medical waste, supply shortages, and the growing demand for medicines driven by an ageing population and increasing rates of chronic diseases. The healthcare sector consumes significant raw materials, contributes to CO₂ emissions, and generates large amounts of waste. Additionally, geopolitical uncertainties… [Read More]
$26.2 Million NSW Investment Targets Clean Technology and Emissions Reduction
The Minns Labor Government has announced a $26.2 million investment to accelerate the development of low-emissions clean technologies across New South Wales. This funding is aimed at supporting innovative solutions that offer both environmental and economic benefits, contributing to the state’s broader efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The funding, delivered through the Clean Technology… [Read More]
AfDB Announces Strategic Shift to Prioritize Investment in Africa’s Youth
The African Development Bank (AfDB), in partnership with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has launched the Youth, Jobs and Skills Marker System to systematically embed youth employment, skills development, and entrepreneurship into all of the Bank’s projects. This transformative approach aligns with AfDB’s latest Ten-Year Strategy, which prioritizes investment in Africa’s youth to harness the… [Read More]
Trade Agreement Unlocks £250 Million in Opportunities for UK Firms in Vietnam
A major breakthrough in trade relations between the UK and Vietnam has unlocked up to £250 million in export opportunities for British pharmaceutical companies over the next five years. This follows a significant regulatory change in Vietnam that will make it faster and more cost-effective to export UK-made medicines to the country. The announcement comes… [Read More]
UK Government Unveils £63 Million Boost to Accelerate Electric Vehicle Revolution
The UK Government has announced a £63 million investment package aimed at enhancing the country’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This funding is intended to address key barriers to EV ownership by improving access to charging, reducing overall costs for families, businesses, and public sector institutions, and supporting the transition to clean transport across the UK…. [Read More]
£2.5 Billion DRIVE35 Programme to Power UK Automotive Investment and Employment
The UK Government has committed £2.5 billion over the next decade to support its automotive sector through the newly launched DRIVE35 programme. This initiative is designed to secure thousands of jobs and maintain the UK’s leading position in the global zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) industry. The funding will bolster manufacturing capabilities, strengthen supply chains, and encourage… [Read More]
EU Launches €1.5M Ukraine2EU Grant to Empower Civil Society in EU Integration
During the Ukraine Recovery Conference held in Rome, the European Union and Ukraine jointly announced a €1.5 million Call for Proposals under the Ukraine2EU – EU Integration Support Programme for Ukraine. Scheduled to launch on 1 August 2025, this initiative aims to strengthen the role of Ukrainian civil society organisations in supporting Ukraine’s EU accession… [Read More]
