The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD) on Friday priced its latest outcome bond, a USD 200 million Clean Cooking Outcome Bond […]
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Developing countries’ debt outflows hit 50-year high during 2022-2024 says World Bank
Developing countries paid out $741 billion more in principal and interest on their external debt than they received in new financing between 2022 and 2024—the […]
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ECOWAS holds validation workshop for the draft regional e-government strategy
The meeting brought together senior officials, digital economy experts and representatives from ministries, regulatory bodies, and institutions across all ECOWAS Member States The ECOWAS Commission, […]
Share UsWorld Bank raises Kenya’s 2025 economic growth forecast to 4.9 pct
The World Bank on Monday lifted Kenya’s 2025 economic growth projection to 4.9 percent, an upward revision from 4.5 percent in May, citing the faster-than-expected […]
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West, Central African countries commit to accelerating digital transformation to unlock inclusive growth, job creation
By Francis Kobena Tandoh Ministers responsible for digital affairs in West and Central Africa, at the end of a two-day summit on Tuesday, adopted the […]
Share UsWorld Bank approves new project to power Tunisia’s energy transformation
This five-year program of US$430 million— including US$30 million in concessional financing — aims to support the Government of Tunisia to deliver a sustainable, reliable, and affordable […]
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World Bank convenes groups to plan for reconstruction in Gaza, Ukraine – Ajay Banga
By Francis Kobena Tandoh Expert groups have been convened to plan for the reconstruction of Gaza and Ukraine, according to World Bank Group President Ajay […]
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World Bank Central and Western Africa VP reaffirms support for Ghana’s development
By Francis Kobena Tandoh World Bank Vice President for Central and Western Africa Ousmane Diagana has reaffirmed the bank’s support for Ghana’s development priorities. In […]
Share UsECOWAS, World Bank organize regional seminar on international taxation
The seminar highlighted the importance of aligning national tax systems with evolving global norms and strengthening regional cooperation to harmonize policies, enhance compliance and improve […]
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World Bank urges urgent energy, cocoa sector reforms for Ghana
The World Bank has urged the Ghanaian government to institute urgent reforms in the energy and cocoa sectors to anchor macro-financial sustainability. World Bank […]
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