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Nepal’s community-driven forest management boosts coverage but faces new challenges
Nepal has seen a significant increase in its forest cover over the past three decades, according to a new report.
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World Bank approves $150 million loan for infrastructure and tourism in Neuquén
The World Bank has approved a $150 million project to support infrastructure improvements and sustainable tourism in the Argentine province of Neuquén.
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World Bank-backed program supports recovery in Yemen's fisheries sector
Yemen’s fisheries sector has faced significant challenges due to ongoing conflict and climate-related pressures.
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Multilateral Development Banks introduce taxonomy for tracking nature finance
Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) have introduced a Common Nature Finance Taxonomy to help identify and classify nature finance within their portfolios.
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Multilateral development banks update common principles for tracking nature finance
The ten multilateral development banks (MDBs) have released an updated version of the Common Principles for Tracking Nature Finance.
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World Bank Group renews engagement with Syria through recovery initiatives
A World Bank Group delegation, led by Dr. Ousmane Dione, Vice President for the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan and Pakistan (MENAAP) region, visited Damascus on November 19 to advance discussions on supporting Syria’s development...
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Sri Lanka focuses on climate-smart growth amid economic recovery
Sri Lanka is facing increasing challenges from climate change, with recent heatwaves making daily life more difficult for residents.
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Brazzaville’s community childcare program expands with support from World Bank-backed initiatives
Jocelyne Mpila, 34, is at the center of a new initiative supporting early childhood care in Brazzaville.
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World Bank expands digital social registries linking millions globally with vital services
Since 2001, the World Bank has supported the development of social registries in 34 countries, reaching approximately 713 million people worldwide.
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World Bank initiatives aim at making infrastructure more inclusive for women globally
In the village of Majgaon in Assam, India, women like Runu Hazarika are running mechanized water transportation businesses.
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Government health financing faces challenges as aid declines, says World Bank-linked report
Government health spending in low- and lower-middle-income countries remains below the levels needed to achieve universal health coverage, according to a new report from the Government Resources and Projections for Health (GRPH) Series.
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World Bank report urges fiscal reform for Albania's EU convergence
The World Bank has released the Albania Public Finance Review 2025, a report analyzing how fiscal policy can support inclusive growth and macroeconomic stability as Albania moves toward European Union membership.
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World Bank report reveals major shortfall in health funding for low-income countries
A new report from the World Bank Group highlights that low-income countries spent an average of only $17 per person on health in 2024.
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World Bank projects aim to empower Nigerian girls and women through education and economic programs
The International Development Association (IDA), part of the World Bank Group, is working to improve opportunities for women and girls in Nigeria through a range of projects.
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West and Central African states pledge major steps toward single African digital market
Ministers responsible for the digital economy from West and Central African countries have issued the Cotonou Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to accelerating digital transformation and the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) as...
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World Bank Group appoints Paschal Donohoe as managing director and chief knowledge officer
Paschal Donohoe has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank Group, according to an announcement made by the organization on November 18, 2025.
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South Asian nations pursue innovation to cut post-harvest losses at World Food India summit
South Asia, with a population nearing two billion, continues to lose up to 40% of its food before it reaches consumers.
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World Bank’s IDA partners with Save the Children to invest in early childhood development
From the earliest stages of life, the World Bank's International Development Association (IDA) collaborates with organizations such as Save the Children to deliver key nutrition, health, and education services.
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West & Central African nations adopt Cotonou Declaration on accelerating regional digital transformation
Ministers from West and Central African countries have adopted the Cotonou Declaration, committing to accelerate digital transformation across the region by 2030.
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World Bank approves $100 million loan for Colombia's multipurpose cadaster expansion
The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a $100 million loan to expand Colombia’s Multipurpose Cadaster, aiming to modernize the country’s land administration.