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Sub-Saharan Africa’s growing cities offer path to millions of new jobs
WASHINGTON, November 1, 2026 — Cities across Sub-Saharan Africa could become powerful engines of economic growth and job creation if governments direct investment and policy attention towards areas where businesses can cluster…
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International
Global commodity prices to rise 23 percent in 2026 as conflicts fuel supply disruptions – World Bank
WASHINGTON, October 29, 2026 – Global commodity prices are projected to rise by 23 percent in 2026, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions, energy supply disruptions and growing threats to agricultural production, according…
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Technology
World Bank Group launches first digital strategy to expand access, create jobs
WASHINGTON, October 20, 2026 — The World Bank Group has launched its first digital strategy, bringing together its public and private sector capabilities to help developing countries expand affordable digital access, improve…
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International
World Bank chief calls for urgent action to close 800mln jobs gap
BANGKOK, October 17, 2026 — World Bank Group President Ajay Banga has called for urgent action to address a projected global jobs gap of about 800 million, warning that 1.2 billion young…
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International
IMF warns of rising financial stability risks despite resilient global markets
WASHINGTON, October 14, 2026 — The International Monetary Fund [IMF] has warned that financial stability risks remain elevated despite resilience in global financial markets, citing growing vulnerabilities linked to artificial intelligence [AI],…
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News
Ankole, Kigezi leaders urged to strengthen oversight of GROW project
RUKUNGIRI, October 13, 2026 — District leaders in the Ankole and Kigezi sub-regions have been urged to strengthen their involvement in the implementation and monitoring of government programmes supporting women entrepreneurs. The…
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Finance & Banking
World Bank Group launches Philanthropy Hub to mobilise development capital
BANGKOK, October 13, 2026 — The World Bank Group has launched a Philanthropy Hub to strengthen collaboration with philanthropic organisations and mobilise capital, expertise and knowledge for development. The Hub will serve…
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Finance & Banking
Ugandan finance officials in Thailand for 2026 IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings
BANGKOK, October 13, 2026 — Finance Minister Henry Musasizi, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Ramathan Ggoobi, Bank of Uganda [BoU] Governor Michael Atingi-Ego, and other senior officials from the two…
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Health
MPs call for improved health service delivery under UgIFT programme
KAMPALA, September 3, 2026 — Legislators have urged the government to improve staffing at health centres across the country, saying this will enhance health service delivery, particularly for Ugandans living in remote…
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Finance & Banking
Finance Minister launches World Bank–Uganda partnership framework, pledges disciplined push towards US$ 500bln economy
KAMPALA, June 29, 2026 — Uganda has unveiled a long-term partnership framework with the World Bank aimed at accelerating the country’s transition to upper-middle-income status, with Finance Minister Henry Musasizi reaffirming the…
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