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Recent News About The World Bank
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World Bank approves projects benefiting millions through improved transport and healthcare
At least 19 million Filipinos are set to benefit from two new projects approved by the World Bank's Board of Executive Directors.
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World Bank advances global efforts on road safety after Marrakech ministerial
The World Bank Group is advancing efforts in road safety financing and governance following the 4th Global Ministerial Conference on Road Safety held in Marrakech, Morocco.
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Mondulkiri Water Utility increases female workforce participation with World Bank support
The Mondulkiri Water Utility in Cambodia is actively working to increase female representation within its workforce, a move supported by the World Bank-financed Water Supply and Sanitation Improvement Project.
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World Bank urges economic diversification for sustained growth in Equatorial Guinea
The World Bank has released a new report emphasizing the need for Equatorial Guinea to diversify its economy beyond oil dependency.
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World Bank releases first country economic memorandum on Equatorial Guinea
The World Bank has released its inaugural Country Economic Memorandum report on Equatorial Guinea, titled "Equatorial Guinea Country Economic Memorandum – Building the Foundations for Renewed, More Diversified and Inclusive Growth."
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World Bank appoints new representative for unified leadership in Suriname
Diletta Doretti has been appointed as the World Bank Group Resident Representative for Suriname.
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World Bank tackles global lead pollution with strategic phased approach
The World Bank Group is addressing the issue of lead pollution, which poses a significant challenge to development, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
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World Bank endorses new strategic partnership framework for Haiti
The World Bank Group's Board of Directors has endorsed a new strategic partnership for Haiti, focusing on the period from 2025 to 2029.
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World Bank appoints new country manager for Kyrgyz Republic
Hugh Riddell has been appointed as the World Bank Group Country Manager for the Kyrgyz Republic, effective March 3, 2025.
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World Bank project empowers Georgian women entrepreneurs through training and support
Women in Georgia's tech industry face unique challenges compared to their male counterparts when launching startups.
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World Bank approves $192M project to aid Jamaica's private sector development
The World Bank Group's Board of Executive Directors has approved a new project aimed at supporting Jamaica in its efforts to promote private sector development and improve disaster preparedness.
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World Bank seeks public input on partnership framework with Poland for 2025-2030
The World Bank Group is in the process of developing a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) with Poland for 2025-2030.
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World Bank grants $7 million to bolster Tuvalu's climate resilience
The World Bank has announced a commitment of $7 million in grants to enhance Tuvalu's management and resilience against climate-related disasters.
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World Bank denies allegations of missing $41 billion in climate financing
The World Bank addressed recent claims suggesting that a significant sum of its climate finance funds, ranging between $24 and $41 billion, was not properly tracked or misplaced.
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Caribbean initiatives blend conservation with economic growth
Local beekeepers in the buffer zones of Sierra de Bahoruco National Park, Dominican Republic, have turned conservation into a successful business.
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World Bank proposes strategies for boosting South African economy
The World Bank has released a new report titled "Driving Inclusive Growth in South Africa: Quick Wins with Competitive Markets and Efficient Institutions."
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World Bank backs new $22M project to boost Suriname's disaster resilience
Suriname has embarked on a significant development initiative with the World Bank, marking an important milestone in their collaborative efforts.
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World Bank funds $156M project to improve Guyana's road infrastructure
The World Bank has approved a $156 million project aimed at improving Guyana's road infrastructure.
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World Bank urges India to speed up reforms for high-income status by 2047
A World Bank report released today emphasizes the need for India to implement accelerated reforms to achieve high-income status by 2047.
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World Bank proposes strategies for job creation in South Africa
A new report from the World Bank, titled "Driving Inclusive Growth in South Africa: Quick Wins with Competitive Markets and Efficient Institutions," outlines strategies to stimulate job creation and inclusive growth in South Africa.