The pace of population growth is most staggering in Africa, which will be home to one in four people by 2050. Between now and then estimates suggest: Zambia will add 700,000 people every year.

Africa’s rapidly growing youth population presents both a challenge and an opportunity. With nearly half a billion people entering the workforce by 2035, creating jobs is essential for sustainable ...

Agriculture is a key sector in Nigeria, employing over a third of the population, but unpredictable weather makes farming ...

Spain is contributing €19.5 million to the World Bank’s Livable Planet Fund (LPF) as part of a new package of support announced today for sustainable development and debt relief.

Singapore and New Zealand announced on Wednesday they will contribute to two innovative financial instruments that can further expand the World Bank’s lending capacity to address global challenges.

Remarks by World Bank Group President Ajay Banga at the AgriConnect Flagship Event during the 2025 Annual Meetings ...

From West Africa to South Asia, two bold initiatives show how with the right mix of strategy, investment, innovation and commitment, water can be a catalyst for lasting change.

Over the past decade, the African Centers of Excellence (ACE) have trained thousands of students in key fields such as health, agriculture, digital technology, energy, and the environment. But behind ...

In response to a widespread and worsening water crisis, countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are taking strong steps to ensure a water-secure future for their citizens. In the process, ...

Washington, D.C., June 16, 2025 – The World Bank approved two significant investments for a total blended finance package of US$2.128 billion to create jobs, boost economic growth and improve clean ...

Discover how closing the infrastructure gender gap in transport, digital connectivity, and energy can empower women, boost economies, and create equitable societies. The World Bank's initiatives like ...

The economy is set to gain momentum in 2025, driven by stronger domestic demand and fiscal stimulus measures. Growth is projected to accelerate to 2.9 percent in 2025 up from 2.6 percent in 2024.