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Recent News About The World Bank
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World Bank funds rural electrification project targeting full coverage in Eswatini
A new project funded by the World Bank aims to bring Eswatini closer to universal energy access by 2030.
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World Bank supports community resilience efforts in South Sudan
South Sudan has faced significant challenges since gaining independence in 2011, with many of its citizens living in extreme poverty and facing food insecurity.
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Jamaica partners with World Bank on new case management system
A new partnership between the Government of Jamaica and the World Bank aims to enhance case management for social assistance beneficiaries.
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World Bank report urges Panama to improve job quality and reduce inequality
A recent report from the World Bank, titled "Panama: From Growth to Prosperity," has identified key challenges in Panama's efforts to reduce poverty and inequality.
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World Bank announces settlement with Dutch charity over fraud allegations
The World Bank Group has announced a conditional non-debarment of Stichting Cordaid, a charitable foundation from the Netherlands, for 18 months.
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World Bank advises Timor-Leste on economic reforms for sustainable growth
High government spending in Timor-Leste, relative to its GDP, coupled with modest returns from the Petroleum Fund, may affect the country's long-term fiscal stability.
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World Bank approves $110M grant for sustainable development on Kiritimati Island
The World Bank has approved a grant of USD 110 million (AUD 175 million) to support sustainable economic development on Kiritimati Island in Kiribati.
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World Bank advises reforms for sustainable growth in Ghana
The World Bank Group has released a new Public Finance Review report titled "Building the Foundations for a Resilient and Equitable Fiscal Policy," focusing on Ghana's economic situation.
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World Bank approves $120 million loan for Albania's fiscal resilience and green development
The World Bank Group has approved a $120 million loan to support Albania in enhancing fiscal resilience and promoting green development.
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Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative partners with World Bank on global water scarcity
Dubai, February 11, 2025 – The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative and the World Bank have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to work together on initiatives aimed at enhancing innovation and investment in response to global water...
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World Bank renews engagement with Barbados amid economic challenges
The World Bank Group has announced a new Country Engagement Note for Barbados, signaling the beginning of a renewed collaboration with the Caribbean nation.
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World Bank approves $110 million for Ecuador's social protection enhancement
Ecuador has secured additional financial support from the World Bank to enhance its social protection systems, particularly benefiting the most vulnerable populations.
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World Bank supports solar power expansion in Africa for sustainable development
The World Bank has taken significant steps to enhance sustainable energy development in the Central African Republic and The Gambia.
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Nepal's Narayanghat-Mugling road upgrade improves safety and trade efficiency
The Narayanghat-Mugling road in Nepal, a vital 33-kilometer section of the highway connecting Kathmandu with key trade points such as Birgunj and Bhairahawa, has undergone significant upgrades.
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Emergency cash transfers help Lesotho families sustain livelihoods amid climate challenges
A steep path leads to Malisuoa’s home in the rural Mphokojoane community of Mokhotlong, Lesotho.
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Tamil Nadu empowers rural women entrepreneurs through skills training and financial support
Nithya, a 25-year-old mother from a village in Tamil Nadu's Tiruchirapalli district, aspired to contribute financially to her family but faced limited opportunities.
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World Bank approves $200 million project for Colombia's disaster risk management
The World Bank has approved a $200 million project to support Colombia in managing disaster risks related to natural events and public health emergencies.
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World Bank supports major West African energy projects connecting multiple countries
The construction of a 1,303 km 225 Kilovolt (kV) transmission line has connected the electricity grids of Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone (CLSG), enabling cross-border electricity trade.
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Efforts needed to address Malaysia's economic inequality ahead of high-income status
Malaysia is on a path toward becoming a high-income nation by 2028-2030, according to a recent report.
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Croatia shifts focus from institutional care to community integration
Croatia is advancing its efforts to transition over 900 children, youth, and individuals with disabilities from institutional care to community-based living.