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Recent News About The World Bank
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Global education community commits to reducing child learning poverty by 2030
The global education community has recognized a pressing issue: nearly 60% of children worldwide face learning poverty, meaning they cannot read and understand a simple text by age ten.
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World Bank urges urgent macroeconomic reforms in Malawi
Malawi's economic recovery is currently fragile due to delays in implementing macroeconomic reforms and external shocks, according to the latest World Bank Malawi Economic Monitor (MEM).
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Zimbabwe urged to boost agriculture resilience against climate shocks
Zimbabwe is urged to strengthen its resilience against climate-related shocks, with a particular focus on agriculture, according to the Zimbabwe Economic Update (ZEU) released on January 31, 2025.
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World Bank report urges revenue boost for sustainable investments in Kazakhstan
The World Bank has released a new economic update on Kazakhstan titled "Funding the Future: Boosting Revenues for Lasting Investments."
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World Bank report outlines climate strategy for Moldova's economic revival
Effective climate action could play a crucial role in revitalizing Moldova's economy, creating jobs, and protecting its citizens from extreme weather events, according to the World Bank Group’s Moldova Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR).
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Report urges action on boosting women’s roles in global transport sector
A new report released today emphasizes the need for increased women's employment in the transport sector, highlighting various benefits of gender equality.
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Zimbabwe focuses on climate resilience amid positive economic outlook
Zimbabwe is experiencing a positive economic outlook as it recovers from the 2019/20 COVID-19 recession and the 2024 El Niño-related drought, according to the fifth Zimbabwe Economic Update (ZEU) released today.
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World Bank seeks input on new partnership framework for Bhutan
The World Bank Group is in the process of developing a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Bhutan, which will cover the fiscal years 2025 to 2029.
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Malawi faces economic challenges amid slow reforms; mining offers potential
Malawi's economic recovery remains fragile, hindered by slow reform implementation and recent shocks.
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Leveraging digital solutions for equitable global education
The global education sector is grappling with a persistent crisis in learning and skills development.
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World Bank strengthens cyber resilience efforts in developing nations
Cybersecurity risks pose significant challenges to digital transformation, particularly in developing countries.
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World Bank approves $75M loan to bolster Bosnia's healthcare system
The World Bank has approved a $75 million Second Health Sectors Programmatic Development Policy Loan for Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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World Bank VP launches partnership framework during Pakistan visit
World Bank Vice President for South Asia, Martin Raiser, has concluded a five-day visit to Pakistan.
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EU urged to enhance efforts in decarbonizing transport sector
The European Union's transport sector is facing challenges in reducing its carbon emissions, as outlined in a recent report.
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World Bank outlines new strategic plan for economic growth in Azerbaijan
The World Bank Group's Board of Directors has approved a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Azerbaijan, aimed at supporting the nation's transition to a more competitive, greener, and inclusive economy over the next five years.
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African leaders pledge major reforms for continent-wide energy transformation
Thirty African Heads of State and governments have pledged to implement reforms aimed at expanding access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity across the continent.
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World Bank's Ajay Banga outlines energy strategy at Africa summit
Over the next decade, 360 million young people in Africa will attempt to enter a workforce that is expected to only offer opportunities to 150 million, leaving 210 million without employment.
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World Bank highlights South Sudan's untapped renewable resource potential
A recent report by the World Bank has highlighted South Sudan's potential for sustainable economic growth through its renewable natural resources.
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Summit aims for electricity access expansion across Africa by 2030
African leaders and partners are set to gather in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit.
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World Bank funds new project to enhance Burkina Faso's healthcare system
The World Bank has approved a €142 million credit and a $17 million grant to support Burkina Faso's health system.