Zambia’s rich biodiversity and extensive network of protected areas make it one of Africa’s most important conservation hubs.

Collecting taxes is the main way for countries to generate public revenues that make it possible to finance investments in human capital, infrastructure, and the provision of services for their people ...

Also known as instant or real-time payments, fast payments are characterized by the instant transmission of the payment message and by the immediate availability of funds to the beneficiary on a ...

Many people in low income countries remain inadequately covered by social services. Learn how the right social assistance and labor market policies can encourage economic growth and self-reliance.

April is not only the season of cherry blossoms in Japan, but also of new beginnings. Many schools, companies, and local governments with which the TDLC works also begin a new fiscal year, and some ...

Also known as instant or real-time payments, fast payments offer the instant transmission of a payment message and the immediate availability of funds to the beneficiary 24/7/365. But with novel ...

Bangkok temperatures are rising every year, partly due to the Urban Heat Island effect—where roads and buildings absorb heat, turning cities into heat sinks. This impacts health, productivity, and ...

The World Bank’s GSCSI measures the magnitude of container shipping disruptions affecting global supply chains. With the advent of global supply chains, activities that once took place in a single ...

Harriet Ngombe, one of the fellows from Zambia, who successfully completed the Genomics and Bioinformatics training at CERI in July 2024. Photo: CERI Media In the face of global health threats, robust ...

Washington, D.C. April 10, 2025 – The World Bank Group’s Board of Executive Directors approved today new financing for Barbados that will help the country quickly access financial resources in case of ...

With World Bank support, North Macedonia has introduced a new model for delivering social services to those in need. Hear the story of one of the caregivers, Verica Petkoska.