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October 08
Zimbabwe: World Bank Group Unveils Strategy to Drive Inclusive Growth and Resilience in Zimbabwe
The World Bank Group's Board of Executive Directors has approved the new Country Engagement Note (CEN) for Zimbabwe (2025-2026), focused on supporting the country's immediate… Read more »
October 03
Zimbabwe: Boosting Quality of Life - Zimbabwe's Lupane Water Supply Project
The Lupane Water Supply Project in Zimbabwe, supported by ZIMREF and the World Bank, has significantly improved access to safe water in the Matebeleland North Province. Upgrading… Read more »
September 06
Namibia: Mariama Cire Sylla Announced As World Bank Group Resident Representative for Namibia
Effective October 1st, 2024, Mariama Cire Sylla becomes the World Bank Group's joint Resident Representative for Namibia. Read more »
July 30
Africa: 6.2 Million Vulnerable People in Comoros, Madagascar, and Mozambique to Benefit From Financial Readiness Against Climate Shocks
Over six million people in Comoros, Madagascar, and Mozambique are set to benefit from a new World Bank regional program that will enhance Eastern and Southern African countries'… Read more »
July 25
Malawi: Malawi Economic Monitor Calls for Urgent and Sustained Reforms for Faster and More Inclusive Growth
Malawi's current economic difficulties require a combination of immediate response measures and urgent reforms to address longstanding macroeconomic imbalances including persistent… Read more »
July 03
Mozambique: Unlocking Opportunities for Millions in Mozambique With Free IDs
Isac, a 13-year-old boy from Homoíne district in Inhambane province, southern Mozambique, dreams of becoming a nurse. But until recently, his hopes were dashed by a hard… Read more »
June 27
Africa: Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa Program - Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
What is the Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) Program? Read more »
Africa: Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa Program - Angola
What is the Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) program? Read more »
Southern Africa: Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa Program - Malawi
What is the Inclusive Digitalization in Eastern and Southern Africa (IDEA) Program? Read more »
June 20
Malawi: Affordable Solar Power Is Increasing Electricity Access for Malawi's Households
The reduced cost of solar electricity has made electricity access affordable even to low-income households. Off-Grid electricity is playing a critical role in rapidly scaling up… Read more »
June 10
Zambia: Unlocking Productivity and Economic Transformation for Better Jobs in Zambia
STORY HIGHLIGHTS Read more »
June 06
Mozambique: Youth Entrepreneurship Transforming Mozambique's Future
In Mozambique, young entrepreneurs like Gaspar Sitoé, who created Cachichi Clothing Enterprise, are transforming the economy with support from the Emprega Program, which… Read more »
Zambia: Raising Agricultural Productivity and Private Sector Investment Can Help Zambia Achieve Sustained and Inclusive Growth
While Zambia's economy is still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and a previous recession, a new Country Economic Monitor (CEM) report shows pathways that can support the… Read more »
May 21
Zambia: Zambia and World Bank Sign Agreement to Cut Carbon Emissions in Eastern Province
Communities in Zambia's Eastern Province are set to reap the benefits of their efforts in forest conservation, climate-smart agriculture, and other activities such as fuel… Read more »
May 06
Namibia: World Bank Loan to Namibia Supports Renewable Energy Integration
--Today marks the approval of Namibia's first ever World Bank financed energy project, aimed at improving the reliability of the country's transmission network and enabling… Read more »
Africa: Women and Girls in Mozambique to Benefit From New Initiative Combatting Gender-Based Violence
Women and girls in Mozambique are set to benefit from a new initiative to address Gender-based Violence (GBV), approved by the World Bank Board of Directors on April 30. The… Read more »
April 29
Africa: Persistent Gender Disparities Hinder Women's Safety and Productivity in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Gender-Based Violence Assessment and the Gender Assessment show that the country has made progress but there are further actions that can be taken to address gender… Read more »
April 10
Malawi: Unlocking Malawi's Trade Barriers Through One-Stop Border Posts
The Dedza border post, situated between Malawi and Mozambique, is a busy place. On average, more than 80 trucks are cleared daily, carrying shop merchandise from South Africa to… Read more »
March 26
Africa: World Bank Group Statement On Debt Restructuring Agreement for Zambia
The World Bank today released the following statement on Zambia: Read more »
March 13
Malawi: Improving Water and Sanitation Facilities in Malawi's Urban Schools for Better Learning Outcomes
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January 22
Mozambique: Shaping the Skills and Jobs of Youth in Mozambique - Technical and Vocational Training
Aurora Miranda is a young woman on a mission: connecting homes in her community to the power grid. Read more »
December 20, 2023
Southern Africa: Two Million People to Be Protected From Water-Related Climate Shocks and Flooding in Eastern and Southern Africa
Nearly two million people will be protected from exposure to water-related climate shocks, including flooding, thanks to protective and resilient infrastructure, improved disaster… Read more »
December 13, 2023
Malawi: Malawi Country Economic Memorandum Calls for Significant Policy Reforms to Achieve Higher Rates of Growth
Malawi's per capita economic growth has been insufficient to reduce high and stubborn rates of poverty, according to the latest World Bank Country Economic Memorandum (CEM). The… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Continued Reforms to Boost Macro-Economic Stability in Zimbabwe
Economic growth is projected to slow to 3.5 percent in 2024, a decrease from 4.5 percent in 2023, as agricultural output is expected to suffer from depressed global growth and the… Read more »
November 22, 2023
South Africa: Raising South Africa's Economic Prospects By Curbing Crime
The impact of crime on South Africa's economic prospects is high and broad-based, according to a World Bank report released today. The report aims to contribute to a better… Read more »
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