Stories Tagged: World Bank

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European Regions with the Highest Employment Rates and 30 Countries with the Highest Vulnerable Employment in the World

The employment rate in the EU reached a historic high of 74.6% in 2022, with the Finnish... (2 revisions)

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World Bank Introduces New Accountability Scorecard to Measure Development Outcomes

The World Bank is taking steps to improve its accountability and transparency by introducing a... (6 revisions)

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Rethinking Economic Success: Is GDP Enough for Nature's Future?

Nature's balance is collapsing, as highlighted by the World Wildlife Fund's 2024 Living Planet... (6 revisions)

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Inadequate Hygiene Costs Sub-Saharan Africa $8.4 Billion Annually, New Study Reveals

Uganda is setting the pace for Africa in addressing the dire sanitation situation on the... (6 revisions)

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Liberia's SMEs Set for Growth: Upcoming Conference to Revitalize Sector

The Ministry of Commerce in Liberia is gearing up to host a significant conference for small and... (7 revisions)

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World Bank Launches Advisory Council to Address Looming Jobs Crisis in the Global South

The job markets in the UK, India, and Barbados are facing challenges and undergoing significant... (12 revisions)

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North Macedonia's Economic Future at Risk: Climate Change Threatens 4% GDP Loss by 2050

A recent report by the World Bank highlights that North Macedonia could face economic losses... (12 revisions)

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Accelerating Nigeria's Digital Transformation: The Push for New Legislation

In a bold move to enhance digital connectivity, the Nigerian government has announced a $2... (13 revisions)

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Federal Government Urges Osun to Reconsider Gold Mine Closure Amid FDI Concerns

The Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has issued a warning to the Osun State... (14 revisions)

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World Bank Supports Egypt's Economic Reforms and Green Transition, Peru's Productive Economy, and EBRD Boosts Turkey's Economic Revival

The World Bank has approved a $700 million Development Policy Financing (DPF) to support Egypt's... (17 revisions)

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Economic Gains from Reducing Avoidable Deaths: A Global Perspective

Recent studies published in the *Nature* journal indicate that reducing avoidable deaths can... (17 revisions)

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IMF and World Bank's spring meetup in Egypt focuses on business, finance, and policy news from the Arab world

The IMF and World Bank's spring meetup is currently taking place in Egypt. It is day three of... (18 revisions)

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World Bank and IDB Provide $8.8 Billion to Argentina for Economic Growth

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is currently engaged in discussions with Argentina as... (20 revisions)

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Can Iran's Economy Sustain a 200% Military Budget Increase?

In a significant escalation of military spending, Iran has announced plans to triple its... (25 revisions)

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World Bank Allocates $150 Million to Enhance Nepal's Disaster Resilience

The World Bank has approved a $150 million contingent financing package for Nepal, aimed at... (27 revisions)

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Ethiopia's Crisis: Can Cosmetic Reforms Address Deep-Rooted Issues?

Ethiopia is grappling with a multifaceted crisis exacerbated by economic policies and governance... (29 revisions)

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Ethiopia Unlocks $340.7 Million from IMF Amid Economic Reforms

Ethiopia has successfully completed its first review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF)... (29 revisions)

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Nigeria Targets $12 Billion in Diaspora Remittances Within a Year

Nigeria's Central Bank Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, announced on October 26, 2024, that the... (34 revisions)

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Can Global Institutions Save Poor Nations from Economic Collapse?

The World Bank has recently reported that the 26 poorest countries, which are home to 40% of the... (39 revisions)

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Haiti Requests Kenyan Police Assistance to Combat Insecurity

Haiti has requested the deployment of additional Kenyan police officers to help combat... (40 revisions)

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What is the Economic Toll of Israel's Ongoing Conflict?

As the Israel-Hamas conflict marks its one-year anniversary since the initial Hamas attack on... (45 revisions)

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Why Are Stock Markets Complacent Amid Global Crises?

Despite rising geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty, global stock markets have... (235 revisions)