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World Bank Aiming To Connect 250 Mn Africans To Energy Grid By 2030

The World Bank has significantly scaled up its ambition to connect Africans to the electricity grid by 2030, from 100 million to more than 250 million, the Bank's president said Wednesday.

International Business Times

Climate finance and debt relief loom large at World Bank, IMF meetings

The urgent issues of climate financing and global inequality will underpin this week’s spring meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund – coming amid growing calls for a shake-up of those institutions to avoid a climate-driven “economic catastrophe”.

Radio France Internationale

Billions more in overseas aid needed to avert climate disaster, say economists

Pressure piles on World Bank and IMF to steer countries to low-carbon transition at spring summit

The Guardian - UK

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Yellen: US Addressing Global Economic Risks, Says IMF-World Bank

Janet Yellen emphasizes global economic collaboration to address risks and promote stability amidst COVID-19 challenges.

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World Bank Report: Income Gap Widens In Poorest Countries

World Bank report reveals widening income gap in poorest countries, urging urgent policy changes and international aid.

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World Bank Warns Of 'Historical Reversal' For Poorest Nations

World Bank and IMF warn of 'historical reversal' in development for poorest nations due to COVID-19 impact.

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Debt And Climate Back On IMF, WB Spring Meetings Agenda

The spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank are due to open Tuesday, with two clear objectives: help countries combat climate change, and assist the most indebted nations.

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At last G20 is showing how to finance an assault on poverty

Brazilian president Lula’s proposals have the backing of the World Bank. Now we need action

The Guardian - UK

Are the octogenarian IMF and World Bank sprightly enough for the job?

Fragile recovery, low growth, global debt, AI, the climate … The organisations founded in 1944 have lots to talk about this week

The Guardian - UK

World Bank Chief Advocates Internal Reforms At Spring Meetings

Learn about the World Bank's focus on internal reforms to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development.

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World Bank Forecasts Growth In Western Balkan Economies

World Bank report highlights positive economic growth in Western Balkans, emphasizing need for sustained reforms for continued development.

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World Bank must take ‘quantum leap’ to tackle climate crisis, UN expert says

Simon Stiell calls for reform at development banks to enable governments to provide more climate finance to developing world

The Guardian - UK

World Bank Introduces Accountability Scorecard For Measuring Performance

The World Bank introduces a new scorecard to enhance accountability, transparency, and governance, focusing on financial management, project impact, and st...

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Breaking Barriers: Women Entrepreneurs Driving Growth in Saudi Arabia's SME Sector

While Personal Statement Laws tell women to obey their husbands "in a reasonable manner", 40 per cent of digital entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia are women

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Sub-Saharan Africa Growth Insufficient To Reduce Poverty: World Bank

Learn about the World Bank's report on economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa and the need for more inclusive policies to reduce poverty.

The Guardian - UK

Built on sand: can Egypt’s new seaside city protect the country from war at its borders?

Ras el–Hekma is part of a $60bn package to help the economy withstand the impact of conflict in Gaza, but critics fear the money will entrench a corrupt, oppressive regime

Al Jazeera

Israel may have started a forever war in Gaza

As Israel continues the war in Gaza, with no indication of a victory, it risks fomenting endless conflict.

The Guardian - UK

World Bank’s funding of ‘hog hotel’ factory farms under fire over climate effect

Environmental and animal welfare groups call on lender to phase out support for ‘industrial’ livestock operations

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World Bank Grants Ethiopia World Bank Grants Ethiopia Top News.72 Billion For Infrastructure Development.72 Billion For Infrastructure Development

World Bank provides World Bank Grants Ethiopia Top News.72 Billion For Infrastructure Development.72 billion loan to Ethiopia for power and water infrastructure expansion, aiming to boost economic growth and improve living standards.

International Business Times

IMF Chief Georgieva Sole Candidate In Reelection Process

The International Monetary Fund confirmed Thursday that its current managing director is the only candidate to lead the global financial institution once her first term expires later this year.

France 24

World Bank, UN estimate Gaza infrastructure damage at $18.5 billion

A new report by the World Bank and the United Nations, based on remote data collection sources, shows that damage to critical infrastructure in Gaza between October and January represents 97 percent of the GDP of the West Bank and Gaza from 2022. In this edition, we see how Israel's…

International Business Times

World Bank Estimates Damage To Gaza Critical Infrastructure At $18.5 Bn

The World Bank says the Israel-Hamas war has caused damage of around $18.5 billion to Gaza's critical infrastructure, according to a new report published Tuesday.

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World Bank To Issue World Bank To Issue Top News Billion Debut Hybrid Note Billion Debut Hybrid Note

The World Bank's innovative hybrid note issuance aims to raise World Bank To Issue Top News Billion Debut Hybrid Note billion for sustainable development projects, diversifying funding sources and attracting...

Al Jazeera

Thailand’s economy stumbles as Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia race ahead

Thai economy is falling far behind its Southeast Asian peers amid growing middle-income trap fears.

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World Bank Lowers Thai GDP Growth Forecast To 2.8%

The World Bank revises Thailand's GDP growth forecast to 2.8% due to global uncertainties and domestic challenges, emphasizing the need for strategic measu...

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