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Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank Group Strengthens Procurement Requirements to Support Job Creation, Skills Development

WASHINGTON, July 18, 2025—The World Bank is strengthening its procurement requirements to help address the jobs challenge in developing countries by requiring companies working on World Bank-funded projects to include local labor participation in civil …

Source: The World Bank - Washington D.C. - Gov't Institution
Published on Jul 18, 2025

Digital Finance Fuels Record Savings Growth in Developing Nations: World Bank

Formal saving in developing economies surged to its highest level in more than a decade in 2024, powered largely by the widespread use of mobile phones and digital financial tools, the World Bank said in its new Global Findex 2025 report. For the first …

Source: Investing News Network - Neutral
Published on 00:59 GMT

ICPC arraigns two over ‘diversion of World Bank funds for school project’ in Adamawa

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned two project officers for allegedly diverting World Bank funds meant for rehabilitation of schools in Adamawa state. The defendants are Popoona Samuel and Arama …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

Gas flaring continues to rise, finds World Bank

Global gas flaring at upstream oil and gas facilities has risen for a second year in a row, according to the World Bank’s annual Global Gas Flaring Tracker Flaring rose by 2% to 151 billion cubic meters (bcm) in 2024, the highest level in almost two …

Source: Oil Review Middle East - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

Indian inequality and the World Bank’s claims

Inequality is an important concern for the political economy of a democracy. However, the Indian inequality debate is often characterised by the selective use of data to make exaggerated claims that fuel misperceptions rather than result in a better …

Source: The Hindu - Center-left
Published on Jul 18, 2025

ICPC Arraigns Two Over Alleged Diversion of World Bank Funds in Adamawa

‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned two officials of the Adamawa State government over the alleged diversion of funds meant for the rehabilitation of schools affected by insurgency. ‎ ‎ …

Source: News Diary Online - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank: Most Moroccans experienced a natural disaster in the past three years

Morocco ranks among the top 10 countries globally most exposed to natural disasters, according to the World Bank’s 2025 Global Financial Inclusion Index Database. The report reveals that 64% of Moroccan adults experienced a natural disaster between 2021 …

Source: Hespress - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank Puts Global Flaring Volume at 18-Year High

Global efforts to reduce gas flaring are making little headway with the amount of gas lost last year at its highest level since 2007, the World Bank warned Friday in its latest gas flaring report, outlining the challenge of ending routine gas flaring by …

Source: Energy Intelligence - Pending
Published on 01:18 GMT

World Bank hails aquaculture's "$1.5 trillion dollar investment opportunity"

The report, released last month, argues that governments, development finance institutions and private investors will play a critical role in scaling sustainable aquaculture and reducing investor risks. Called Harnessing the Waters, the report offers …

Source: The Fish Site - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

Nigeria records second-highest global increase in gas flaring in 2024 – World Bank

Nigeria recorded a 12 percent increase in gas flaring volume in 2024, marking the second-largest rise globally. This is according to the latest World Bank’s Global Gas Flaring Tracker Report. “Nigeria experienced a 12 percent increase in flaring volume in …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank: 59% of adults in Nigeria and others borrowed in 2024

A new report from the World Bank’s Global Findex 2025 reveals that 59% of adults in low- and middle-income economies, including Nigeria, borrowed money in 2024, either through formal, semi-formal, or informal channels to take care of their needs. The …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

Expedite $125m ratification for Vea Dam rehabilitation — World Bank to MoF

The World Bank has called on the Ministry of Finance (MoF) to fast-track parliamentary ratification of the $125 million additional financing package for the West Africa Food Systems Resilience Programme (FSRP). That, the multilateral development bank said, …

Source: Graphic - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank Report: Central Asia Faces Rising Risks from Extreme Heat

Cities across Central Asia are becoming increasingly vulnerable to extreme heat, posing significant risks to public health, economic productivity, and infrastructure, according to a new report by the World Bank. The study, which covers 70 urban areas in …

Source: Times of Central Asia - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World bank team to visit Pakistan for energy sector review

A World Bank team will visit Pakistan from July 20 to 26, 2025, to meet with local officials and review ongoing energy sector projects. The visit aims to assess progress and discuss future plans. The team will be led by Husam Mohamed Beides, Practice …

Source: Daily Times - Center-left
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank claims a drastic reduction in inequality in India. There is more to the story

A recent World Bank report has claimed a drastic reduction in inequality in India between 2011 and 2022. However, it misses a fundamental conceptual and measurable distinction between income surveys and consumption surveys. This distinction is critical, as …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Jul 18, 2025

ICPC Drags Officials to Court for Diverting World Bank Education Funds in Adamawa

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned one Mr. Popoona Samuel and Mr. Arama Davies Gyandi before a Federal High Court sitting in Yola, Adamawa State, over an alleged diversion of funds released by the …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

World Bank team to visit Pakistan on July 20 for energy sector review

A World Bank team will visit Pakistan from July 20–26, 2025, to hold introductory meetings with local officials regarding ongoing energy sector projects and future developments. According to media reports, the visit will be led by Husam Mohamed Beides, …

Source: Profit by Pakistan Today - Neutral
Published on Jul 18, 2025

Cambodia and World Bank Strengthen Commitment to Long-Term Cooperation

In a significant development for the Kingdom, Cambodia and the World Bank have pledged to enhance and broaden their collaborative efforts in various key sectors, reinforcing their long-term partnership. This commitment was made during a meeting on July 7, …

Source: Construction & Property News - Pending
Published on Jul 18, 2025

PMC to Seek World Bank Aid for Waste Management; ₹50 Crore Sanitation Fund Annou...

The newly-appointed Municipal Commissioner, Naval Kishore Ram, has pledged to make Pune India’s cleanest city and to realize this, he has launched field inspections to assess sanitation infrastructure. During his recent visits, he discovered poor …

Source: Pune Mirror - Pending

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 12:30 GMT

Refrigerator Market Size Forecasted to Grow at 5.8% CAGR, Reaching USD 220.6 billion by 2032

By application, the household segment led in terms of market share and is expected to gain traction during the forecast period. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 13:36 GMT

Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Market Growing at 8.7% CAGR | World Bank,Verra

CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) market has emerged as a pivotal framework within the global environmental and sustainability sector, facilitating emission reduction initiatives …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 20:15 GMT

Treasury on Third Meeting of G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors

The Third Meeting of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) took place on 17 and 18 July 2025 in urban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa to advance the theme of “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability.” The National Treasury and the South …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 12:52 GMT

Global Times: Translators' Voices: Moral framing becomes a key lever of China's geo-economic influence

Beijing, China, July 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- “Promoting sustainable development,” “opposing unilateral trade measures,” and “upholding multilateralism” have emerged as some of the key words at the just-concluded 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, …

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Published on July 11, 2025 - 08:07 GMT

Oxfam reaction to ICIJ investigation exposing the World Bank's harmful privatization of healthcare in Africa

In response to the investigation by the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ) revealing how World Bank-backed healthcare investments are deepening poverty and denying care in Africa, Oxfam International’s Health Policy Manager Anna …

Distribution channels: Human Rights
Published on July 17, 2025 - 18:44 GMT

DR. ERIKA WICHRO SELECTED FOR TOP INSPIRATIONAL LEADER OF THE YEAR IN HEALTH BY IAOTP

Dr. Erika Wichro will be honored at the International Association of Top Professionals annual awards gala in Las Vegas NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Erika Wichro, MPH, MA, MAS, Global Health Expert and …

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Published on July 10, 2025 - 18:08 GMT

World Bank's significant support for reform processes in Serbia

Вулин, који је награду примио на Свечаној академији у оквиру прославе Дана војних ветерана, истакао је да је та награда значајна свим припадницима министарства које он води. Ми смо неодвојиви део наших ветерана, армије и државе. На овај начин наши ветерани …

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Published on July 9, 2025 - 10:04 GMT

Lavrov criticizes IMF, World Bank for favoring Ukraine over Africa

(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has sharply criticized the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank for what he described as a grossly unequal distribution of financial aid, claiming Ukraine has received more support than all of …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 23:47 GMT

Consumer Defense Law Group Secures Another Surplus Trustee Sale Reversal for LA Homeowner After Third Party Sale

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant victory for consumer rights, LA homeowner Cameron Culton has successfully regained ownership of his foreclosed property through a trustee sale reversal, an …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 21:40 GMT

Reborn Materials Invests in B2En, Partners with Occidental College on ESG Tech

Reborn Materials announces strategic investment in Korean AI firm B2En and sustainability partnership with Occidental College to tackle global plastic waste. B2En (KOSDAQ:307870) LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 21:06 GMT

Orlando Housing Market July 2025: Experts Reveal How Mortgage Spreads, Tariffs & HOA Fees Are Shaping Strategies

With rates remaining elevated, real estate strategist Brenden Rendo offers timely advice to help Central Florida homeowners navigate uncertainty. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the Orlando housing market in …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 20:42 GMT

MyBTCX.com Adds Google Pay for Instant Global Crypto Purchases

Android & Chrome users in 50+ countries can now buy Bitcoin and other crypto in seconds with Google Pay on MyBTCX.com a fast, secure, non-custodial experience. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MyBTCX.com …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

AI CERTs® Unveils AI+ Architect™ Certification to Power Scalable, Future-Ready AI System Design

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AI CERTs®, a leading global provider of vendor-aligned, role-focused certifications in artificial intelligence, has announced the launch of its latest advanced credential, AI+ …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

Ryan Lerwil of Countrywide Properties Group Shares Insights as First-Time Homebuyer Rexburg Expert in HelloNation

What do most first-time buyers get wrong when buying a house in Rexburg? REXBURG, ID, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Real Estate Agent Ryan Lerwil of Countrywide Properties Group – Keller Williams Realty East Idaho Shares Insights as …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 19:40 GMT

Omnigence Asset Management Announces Arvore Partners Completion of Second Tranche in its Accelerated Liquidity Program

CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omnigence Asset Management is pleased to announce that Arvore Partners has successfully completed the second tranche of its accelerated liquidity program working with Genivent Partners …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 18:45 GMT

Trident Wealth Partners Expands National Reach with Virtual Financial Advisory Services

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Trident Wealth Partners, a nationally focused investment advisory firm, announces its continued expansion of virtual financial advisory services across the United States. The firm …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Personal Injury Attorney After a Car Accident: Missy Wigginton of Mama Justice Law Firm Shares Expertise in HelloNation

What does a personal injury attorney do after a car accident? COLUMBUS, MS, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What does a personal injury attorney do after a car accident? The answer is essential for anyone trying to navigate …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 17:57 GMT

My Home Pathway Forges Strategic Partnership with HPP Financial to Accelerate Homeownership Dreams

Mortgage lending and Fintech Innovation, improving opportunities for home buyers. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- My Home Pathway, the innovative platform dedicated to simplifying and accelerating the journey to …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 17:55 GMT

MOVE Extends Deadline to Aug. 15

Participants who complete the talent benchmarking survey receive an exclusive 50% discount on conference registration. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Accounting MOVE Project today announced an extension of …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 16:38 GMT

Global Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Market Set to Quadruple, Reaching $3.0 Billion by 2033

PRP’s Popularity Soars with Breakthroughs in Regenerative Medicine, Sports Therapy, and Cosmetic Applications PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) market is entering a …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 16:28 GMT

Openforce Partners with Lutzie 43 Foundation to Promote Roadway Safety and Combat Distracted Driving

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Openforce, the leading software platform for managing commercial relationships between contracting companies and their 1099 independent contractor vendors, is proud to announce a …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 15:19 GMT

Moneyweb launches ‘Mandates and Megaphones’ - a bold new G20-focused podcast hosted by Jeremy Maggs

Moneyweb launches Mandates and Megaphones, a weekly G20-focused podcast hosted by Jeremy Maggs ahead of SA’s first-ever G20 Summit in November. JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As South Africa prepares to host the …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:51 GMT

Turner Home Team Expands Home Buying Services Statewide: We Buy Houses Across North Carolina fast for cash.

Turner Home Team, a trusted cash home buying company that is now serving homeowners statewide across North Carolina sell their house fast for cash! GREENVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Turner Home Team, a trusted …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:33 GMT

Freeza Launches the World’s First AI + Web3 Talent & Learning Platform to Revolutionize Global Career Discovery

Freeza - world’s first AI and Web3-powered talent and learning platform, transforming how users connect, upskill, and get discovered across global industries. CHENNAI, TAMILNADU, INDIA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freeza Launches the …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:30 GMT

Attorney D. Seth Holliday of McMahan Law Firm Shares Advice on Motorcycle Accident Steps in HelloNation

What are the most important steps to take after a motorcycle accident? DALTON, GA, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What are the most important steps to take after a motorcycle accident? Attorney D. Seth Holliday of McMahan …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:23 GMT

NeedTech Labs Launches 'Startup-in-a-Box' AI Engine with First Major Customer Order of 12 Startup Units

NeedTech Labs Triggers a Paradigm Shift in Necessity-Driven Startup Creation with First 12 "Startup-in-a-Box" Orders CASPER, WY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeedTech Labs, a leader in AI-driven innovation, …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

Fund Accounting Firms Deliver Measured Control in Complex Fund Environments

 Evolving strategies lead hedge funds to partner with fund accounting firms for structured delivery and reporting precision. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Financial leaders managing high-volume investments are …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Fund Accounting Firms Strengthen Investor Trust in Hedge Fund Operations

Fund accounting firms support clarity in reporting, NAV accuracy, and operational control for hedge fund managers. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Operational strategies are being reassessed by investment managers …

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