World Bank Report Calls for Stronger Climate Adaptation to Safeguard Gabon’s Growth and Livelihoods
LIBREVILLE, December 2, 2025 – The Gabon Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), released today, explores Gabon’s prospects for…
World Bank Approves Two Projects to Improve Learning Outcomes and Increase Farmers’ Incomes Using Digital Solutions
Washington, Nov. 25, 2025—The World Bank Board of Executive Directors today approved two projects in India that will…
Job Creation Key to Equality and Faster Poverty Reduction in Bangladesh, says World Bank
DHAKA, November 25, 2025 — Bangladesh reduced poverty significantly between 2010-2022, lifting 25 million people out of poverty and…
Somalia is Innovating to Provide Communities with Clean, Safe Water Despite Climate Change Effects
Just three kilometers from the town of Borama, in Somaliland’s Awdal region, lies the village of Holhol cradled…
Bangladesh and Other South Asian Countries Climate Resilience Will Be Private Sector Led
DHAKA, November 24, 2025 — South Asia, with its dense population, high temperature and exposed geography, is one of…
The Republic of Congo Commits to Reducing Climate Risks and Strengthening Urban Infrastructure and Sustainable Development
WASHINGTON, October 30, 2025 –Â The World Bank has approved $60 million for the Strengthening Urban Resilience Project to…
World Bank Approves New Financing to Enhance Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation in Sierra Leone
WASHINGTON, October 30, 2025 –Â The World Bank today approved an additional grant of $18.34 million to support Sierra…
Rising temperatures increase added sugar intake disproportionately in disadvantaged groups in the USA
Data source We used the food purchase data from the Nielsen Homescan Consumer Panel dataset as a proxy…
India has a critical opportunity to drive resilient urban development, says new World Bank report
NEW DELHI, July 22, 2025 – A new World Bank report notes that Indian cities hold tremendous potential…