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News from March 2025


Community initiative revitalizes farmland in Mauritania

In the village of Djeibaba, located in southern Mauritania's Edebay Ehl Guelay commune, a dam built in 1995 irrigates 500 hectares of farmland.


Sun Life partners with Empathy to provide bereavement support for Canadians

Nearly nine out of ten Canadians have experienced the loss of a loved one, yet half feel unprepared to manage the aftermath, according to a recent Ipsos survey conducted for Sun Life.


U.S. Embassy Banjul seeks proposals for trash collection services

The U.S. Embassy in Banjul has announced a request for quotations for the collection of trash and gardening waste at properties leased by the U.S. Government.


BMO and 1871 invite applications for sixth annual WMNfintech program

BMO and 1871 have announced the opening of applications for the sixth annual WMNfintech program.


U.S. Embassy Tirana opens applications for Fulbright Foreign Student Program 2026-2027

The U.S. Embassy in Tirana has opened the application process for the 2026-2027 Fulbright Foreign Student Program.


U.S. Embassy Hanoi seeks bids for Independence Day celebration package

The U.S. Embassy in Hanoi has issued a solicitation notice for the procurement of a reception package to celebrate Independence Day 2025.


World Bank urges reforms amid projected economic contraction in South Sudan

South Sudan's economy is facing significant challenges, as highlighted in the latest edition of the South Sudan Economic Monitor (SSEM) released by the World Bank.


Ambassador promotes cultural diplomacy at Yaoundé Book Fair

The U.S. Embassy, represented by Ambassador Lamora, participated in the Yaoundé International Book Fair 2025, highlighting its commitment to cultural and educational diplomacy in Cameroon.


World Bank issues USD 6 billion bond amid volatile market

The World Bank has successfully priced a USD 6 billion benchmark bond set to mature in March 2030.


Queen Máxima to attend and speak at INSEAD Alumni Forum in Amsterdam

INSEAD has revealed that Her Majesty Queen Máxima of the Netherlands will be among the participants at the INSEAD Alumni Forum Europe 2025 in Amsterdam.


IMF reviews St. Lucia's economic progress amid challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation with St. Lucia on February 7, 2025.


Nordea signs major deal for CO2 capture with Norwegian firm

Nordea has announced a significant agreement for carbon removal with Inherit Carbon Solutions, a Norwegian company.


U.S. Embassy in Niamey seeks bids for electrical replacement project

The U.S. Embassy in Niamey is requesting quotations from qualified companies for a project to replace a broken breaker and associated spare parts.


U.S. reaffirms stance on gender ideology at UN side event

The United States government has reiterated its commitment to defending women's rights in spaces where they have historically been marginalized.


IMF concludes fact-finding mission in Lebanon amid ongoing economic challenges

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Ernesto Ramirez Rigo, visited Beirut from March 10 to 13, 2025.


U.S. Embassy Banjul seeks forklift maintenance proposals

The U.S. Embassy in Banjul is inviting technical proposals and cost estimates for the maintenance and repair of GSO/Motor Pool forklifts.


UBS announces redemption of EUR 2 billion senior notes due 2026

Zurich, 13 March 2025 – UBS has announced plans to redeem the entire outstanding amount of its EUR 2 billion 3.250 percent Fixed Rate Reset Senior Callable Notes.


Standard Chartered completes adaptation finance deal with Jinko Solar

Standard Chartered has announced the completion of its first adaptation finance deal for a corporate client, following the release of its Guide for Adaptation and Resilience Finance.


Unified Industrial and Boustead Projects launch Pan-Asian logistics platform

Unified Industrial (UI) and Boustead Projects Limited (BPL), a part of Boustead Singapore Limited, have announced the creation of UIB, a Pan-Asian logistics real estate platform.


University partners with Siemens for River Thames-powered heat pump

The University of East London (UEL) has announced an extension of its strategic partnership with Siemens to develop a water source heat pump in the River Thames.