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Economic Inclusion Programs Reach Only 10% of World’s Poorest
Economic inclusion programs—which provide cash transfers, skills training, business capital, coaching, and market access—reach only 10% of the approximately 700 million people living in extreme ...
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Free medical care protects vulnerable families in Guinea
Fatoumata Sow and her baby at the Damakanian Community Health Center, Guinea. Accessible reproductive and child health services through the Health Services and Capacity Strengthening Project (PRSCS) ...
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Bosnia and Herzegovina—Country Climate and Development Report
The Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) discusses the country's significant climate risks including frequent floods, wildfires, and severe air pollution, and ...
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World Bank Launches Wall Art Exhibition ‘Paint Your Sky, Make it Yours’ Featuring Youth’s Visions for Bangladesh
DHAKA, November 23, 2024 — The World Bank organized an exhibition, showcasing an inspiring collection of wall arts created by students and youths from across the country, reflecting their hopes and ...
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Gender Assessment of The Gambian Tourism Sector
Tourism provides significant opportunities for women's participation in employment, entrepreneurship, and leadership, but The Gambia is performing below the regional and global baselines. Women make ...
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Government and World Bank Launch $128 Million Project to Improve Nepal’s Provincial and Local Road Network
KATHMANDU, November 21, 2024 — The Government of Nepal and the World Bank jointly launched the $128 million (equivalent to NRs. 17.15 billion) Provincial and Local Roads Improvement Program-Phase 1 ...
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Investing in the Success of Adolescent Girls in Africa Requires a Targeted Approach
WASHINGTON, November 21, 2024 – Amid growing calls to invest in human capital and expand job opportunities for Africa’s burgeoning youth population, a new report underscores the challenges faced by a ...
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Yemen Country Climate and Development Report
The Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for Yemen uses a scenario-based approach to navigate the complex nexus of development, conflict, and climate change. The Yemen Country Climate and ...
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Korea Announces Early Pledge to IDA21 during G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro
RIO DE JANEIRO, 18 November, 2024—The Republic of Korea has announced a 45% increase in its contribution to the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA). Korea contributed KRW 585 ...
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Building Resilience to Climate Change: Lessons from the Country Climate and Development Reports for Yemen and Djibouti
This event looks at lessons from the World Bank Group Country Climate and Development Reports for Yemen and Djibouti. While the context in these two neighboring countries differ greatly, the two ...
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Navigating Climate Challenges amidst Conflict: Pathways for Yemen’s Future
BAKU, November 20, 2024 – Already suffering from a decade of conflict, Yemen is facing mounting risks brought on by climate change, which is intensifying existing threats like water scarcity and food ...