Africa: Angola's Agriconnect Compact Targets Food Security, Jobs, and Agricultural Growth

Angola and the World Bank Group today launched the country's AgriConnect Compact, a national framework to boost domestic food production, create employment, and mobilize private… Read more »

Africa: Response to Ebola Outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda

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Central Africa: Fit to Prosper - Investing in Health for Jobs and Development in Western and Central Africa

Excellencies, distinguished guests, and partners, we have convened here in Accra today to discuss, quite literally, the health of Western and Central Africa. It is a matter of… Read more »

Africa: Western and Central Africa Regional Conference On Early Childhood Nutrition

LOME, May 4th, 2026 - Africa's potential for human capital development and economic growth is severely undermined by inadequate progress in improving maternal nutrition and early… Read more »

Africa: World Bank Approves $250 Million to Transform Kinshasa's Waste Management and Create Jobs

WASHINGTON, April 28, 2026--The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors approved $250 million in financing for the Kinshasa Urban Transformation and Jobs Program -- known as Kin… Read more »

Central Africa: Regional Launch of 'Fit to Prosper' - Investing in Health for Jobs and Development in Western and Central Africa

ACCRA, April 27, 2026 - Countries in Western and Central Africa face growing pressure on their health systems as financing tightens and health needs expand due to population… Read more »

West Africa: Sahel - the World Bank Group Launches a New Country Partnership Framework for Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger to Promote Jobs, Growth, and Resilience

The World Bank Group has supported new Country Partnership Frameworks (CPF) with Burkina Faso, Chad, Mali, and Niger for the 2026-2031 period. These frameworks aim to stimulate job… Read more »

Africa: Leadership As a Lever to Strengthen Project Outcomes in Burundi

Creating more and better jobs is central to reducing poverty and driving sustainable growth. In countries like Burundi, this depends on sound investments and on the ability to… Read more »

Central Africa: From Potential to Skills and Real Jobs - How Young Women Are Powering Change in Western and Central Africa

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Congo-Kinshasa: Beyond the 72 Hours - Strengthening Care for Survivors of Violence to Secure a Better Future for Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, ongoing conflict and displacement continue to place women, girls, and children at extreme risk of violence and has triggered an enduring… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Takes Steps to Strengthen Financial Preparedness for Disasters and Climate Shocks

new report by the World Bank Group, in partnership with the Government of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), identifies priority reforms that would help the government,… Read more »

Rwanda: Rwanda Steps Up Efforts to Improve Domestic Revenue Collection and Accelerate Job Creation

Rwanda is set to strengthen domestic revenue collection, improve the efficiency and transparency of public spending, and enhance service delivery at both national and local… Read more »

Africa: Solar Power Brings New Life to Chad

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Africa: From Wealth to Inclusion - Pathways for Poverty Reduction and Middle-Class Expansion in Equatorial Guinea

new report from the World Bank Group finds that Equatorial Guinea stands at a decisive moment. The Equatorial Guinea Poverty and Equity Assessment, the first of its kind, finds… Read more »

Africa: Regional Summit On Digital Transformation in Western and Central Africa - Cotonou Declaration

COTONOU DECLARATION Read more »

Africa: World Bank Supports Growth and Financing of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in Chad

The World Bank has approved a $100 million grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to promote growth and access to finance for micro, small, and medium… Read more »

Africa: Beyond the Price Tag - How VAT Affects Households in the Democratic Republic of Congo

The DRC's 2020 household survey reveals how VAT shapes everyday life--and fairness. Introduced in 2012, VAT offers stable revenue, yet multiple rates and exemptions mostly benefit… Read more »

Africa: World Bank Steps Up Support to Increase Rwanda's Resilience to Natural Disasters

The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a Disaster Risk Management Development Policy Financing (DPF) with a Catastrophe Deferred Drawdown Option (Cat DDO) for the… Read more »

Africa: Building the Energy Foundations for Rwanda's Electric Mobility Transition

Rwanda's ambition to electrify 20% of its bus fleet by 2030 will require substantial investment in energy infrastructure, clear policy frameworks, and innovative financing,… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Agroforestry - Reshaping Livelihoods and Landscapes in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a transformative initiative is flourishing --one that promises to reshape both livelihoods and landscapes: The Forest and Savanna… Read more »

Congo-Brazzaville: Improving the Management of Produced, Human and Natural Capital to Raise Living Standards

The Congolese economy posted modest real GDP growth of 2.6% in 2024, marking a moderate increase in per capita income for the first time since 2016. This finding, according to the… Read more »

Congo-Kinshasa: Protecting Women and Girls in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Against Cervical Cancer

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Africa: In Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Reassessing Tax Incentives Can Assist Growth and Equity

Kinshasa, July 28, 2023--In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), rationalizing tax incentives could improve effectiveness of tax policies, and pave the way for future tax rate… Read more »

Africa: Rwanda to Restore Ecosystems and Boost Climate Resilience in the Nyungwe-Ruhango Corridor

Communities in Rwanda's Southern Province are set to benefit from restored ecosystems, improved agricultural productivity, and expanded sustainable livelihood opportunities in… Read more »

Africa: Rwanda to Expand Economic Opportunities for Refugees and Host Communities

Refugees and host communities in Rwanda are set to benefit from expanded access to jobs, essential services and climate-resilient infrastructure through the second phase of the… Read more »