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April 24
2025
Islamic Development Bank Approves Over $1.4 Billion to Advance Sustainable Development Goals in Eight Member Countries
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has approved over $1.4 billion in financing to drive progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across eight of its Member...
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April 17
2025
Commission announces €1.6 billion multiannual programme for Palestinian recovery and resilience
The European Commission is proposing a multiannual Comprehensive Support Programme worth up to €1.6 billion to foster Palestinian recovery and resilience. This was announced at...
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April 16
2025
Commission awards €86 million under the LIFE-programme to improve climate resilience and water security
The European Commission is investing €86 million in new Strategic Integrated Projects under the 2023 LIFE Programme calls for proposals. The selected projects focus on improving...
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April 11
2025
Commission launches ambitious AI Continent Action Plan
The European Commission has unveiled its ambitious initiative to secure Europe’s place as a global leader in artificial intelligence with the official launch of the AI Continent...
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April 09
2025
EU announces €41 million in humanitarian aid for the Southern Africa and Indian Ocean region
The European Commission has announced a humanitarian aid package of €41 million for the Southern Africa and Indian Ocean region in 2025. This geographical area has been...
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April 03
2025
World Bank approves $1.08 billion in new financing for education, nutrition and economic resilience in Nigeria
The World Bank has approved three operations in Nigeria, totaling $1.08 billion in concessional financing, to strengthen education, improve nutrition, and enhance community...
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April 02
2025
Commission to invest €1.3 billion in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital skills
The European Commission has unveiled its Digital Europe Programme work plan (DIGITAL) for 2025-2027, allocating €1.3 billion to support the deployment of critical digital...
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March 28
2025
EU pledges €3.4 billion to fight global malnutrition
At the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Summit in Paris, the European Commission has announced a new pledge of €3.4 billion until 2027 to combat malnutrition globally. This commitment...
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March 27
2025
Commission launches Preparedness Union Strategy to prevent and react to emerging threats and crises
The Commission and High Representative have launched the Preparedness Union Strategy, which aims to support Member States and enhance Europe's capability to prevent and respond...
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March 20
2025
European Commission unveils White Paper and ReArm Europe Plan to strengthen defence capabilities
The European Commission has launched the White Paper for European Defence – Readiness 2030, alongside the ReArm Europe Plan, marking a decisive shift in the European Union’s...
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March 12
2025
EIB backs Africa Finance Corporation $750 million Climate Resilient Infrastructure Fund
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has committed to join the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) in financing a $750 million Infrastructure Climate Resilient Fund (ICRF). This...
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March 06
2025
European Commission and World Bank Group Join Forces to Expand Energy Access in Africa
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and World Bank Group President Ajay Banga have announced in Brussels that they are joining forces to align the European...
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