June 25, 2025
Comoros: Blue Economy Offers a Transformative Path to Sustainable Growth
Comoros' economy shows signs of recovery, surpassing pre-COVID-19 levels. Growth rose from 3 percent in 2023 to 3.4 percent in 2024, driven by household consumption supported by a… Read more »
Africa: In Lesotho, an Economic Inclusion Initiative Is Providing Hope and Jobs to the Most Vulnerable
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June 24, 2025
Africa: World Bank Approves $115 Million to Support Senegal's Fiscal Reforms and Strengthen Public Financial Management
The World Bank has approved $115 million in concessional financing to support Senegal's efforts to improve public debt sustainability, strengthen public financial management, and… Read more »
June 23, 2025
Cape Verde: Cabo Verde - Unlocking Inclusive Growth Through Increased Resilience and Equal Opportunities
Cabo Verde's economy continues on a strong recovery path, according to the latest Cabo Verde Economic Update 2025, released today by the World Bank. Real GDP in Cabo Verde grew by… Read more »
June 19, 2025
Mauritania: Strengthening Social Protection and Economic Resilience in Mauritania for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth
The World Bank Group has released the eighth edition of its Mauritania Economic Update (French), highlighting the Mauritanian government's continued efforts to preserve… Read more »
June 18, 2025
Madagascar: Improving Lives and Strengthening Resilience for 2.3 Million People in Southern Madagascar
additional 900,000 people in southern Madagascar will benefit from the Support for Resilient Livelihoods in the South of Madagascar (MIONJO) Project, thanks to an additional $54… Read more »
Madagascar: Madagascar - Leveling the Playing Field for Equitable and Resilient Growth Across Key Sectors
The World Bank has approved $100 million from the International Development Association (IDA) for Madagascar's second Equitable and Resilient Growth Development Policy Operation… Read more »
Africa: Transforming Rwanda's Workforce - a Skills-Led Approach for Jobs and Growth
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Congo-Kinshasa: Enabling Entrepreneurship and Job Creation Through Social Protection in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
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June 16, 2025
Zimbabwe: Empowering the Health Sector Through Solar Access - a Lifeline for Zimbabwe's Medical Facilities
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Somalia: Mogadishu's Flood Dilemma - How a Rehabilitated Pond Became a Model for Urban Resilience
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Africa: Two New World Bank Reports Offer Roadmap for Sierra Leone's Sustainable Growth Amid Climate Threats
The World Bank today launched the Sierra Leone Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) and the Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), two core analytical reports that provide… Read more »
June 12, 2025
Niger: Niger's Economy Rebounds in 2024 Thanks to Large-Scale Oil Exports and a Good Agricultural Season
Niger's economy recorded robust growth in 2024, driven by large-scale oil exports. However, short-term sources of growth remain limited and exposed to downside risks, according to… Read more »
Somalia: Women Break Gender Barriers in Somalia's Construction Industry
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June 11, 2025
Africa: Positioning Togo As a Regional Hub in Agribusiness and Animal Nutrition
The World Bank Group (WBG) today approved $300 million to help Togo position itself as a regional hub in agribusiness and animal nutrition by scaling up Togo's Agricultural… Read more »
Tanzania: New Financing to Empower Communities, Improve Conservation, and Generate Economic Opportunities
--The World Bank has today approved two new projects that will support Tanzania in enhancing the sustainable management of its marine resources and in strengthening climate… Read more »
Africa: New Project Improves Urban Infrastructure and Reduces Flood Risk in Gabon's Secondary Cities
The World Bank has approved $150 million for the Gabon Urban Development project (in French: "Projet d'aménagement et de développement des Infrastructures du Gabon… Read more »
June 10, 2025
Africa: Global Economy Set for Weakest Run Since 2008 Outside of Recessions
2025 Growth Forecasts Cut for 70 Percent of Economies Read more »
Africa: New Financing to Improve Foundational Learning and Reach 350,000 Students in Liberia's Public Primary Schools
The World Bank Board has approved financing for the Excellence in Learning in Liberia (EXCEL) Project, which includes a $60 million credit from the International Development… Read more »
June 06, 2025
Africa: DR Congo Communities Set to Benefit As Country Receives $19.47 Million for Reducing Deforestation Emissions
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has received $19.47 million for reducing 3.89 million tons of carbon emissions through efforts to protect and restore forests in the… Read more »
Guinea: World Bank Group Support to Boost Climate Resilience and Economic Growth in Guinea
The World Bank Group has approved a $100 million International Development Association (IDA) credit for Guinea's Kounki Fisheries and Aquaculture Project. Read more »
June 05, 2025
Africa: New Financing to Benefit 1.9 Million Citizens With Enhanced Disaster Preparedness and Response
An estimated 1.9 million Tanzanians will benefit from strengthened disaster preparedness and response capabilities through new World Bank Group financing. The $300 million credit,… Read more »
South Africa: World Bank Supports Improved Energy and Freight Transport Services in South Africa
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors today approved a loan to support critical structural reforms to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of South Africa's… Read more »
June 03, 2025
Africa: World Bank Supports Mauritania With $50 Million to Enhance Public Spending Efficiency
The World Bank has approved $50 million in financing to support Mauritania in improving public spending efficiency and strengthening service delivery in social sectors. This… Read more »
Africa: In the DRC, Community Consultations Lay the Groundwork for Local Citizens to Benefit From the Inga 3 Development Program
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