World Bank Group

WASHINGTON, September 14, 2026 — The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved three new projects to support Viet Nam in strengthening the trade corridors that carry the country’s agricultural …

US$300 Million in Financing Backs Reforms to Boost Competitiveness, Private Investment, and Employment, While Reinforcing Fiscal Sustainability Washington, D.C., September 14, 2026 — The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved …

WASHINGTON, September 10, 2026—The World Bank Group today announced the 29-month debarment, with conditional release, of African Consulting Surveyors (ACS) and its Managing Director, Mr. Willem Jan Timmerman, for fraudulent …

Half the world lacks access to basic health care. This isn’t just a health crisis. It’s a threat to global productivity, job creation, and shared prosperity. For millions of people, …

WASHINGTON, D.C., September 9, 2026—The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group focused on the private sector, has launched a risk-sharing initiative to help banks, fintechs, …

Africa has long been regarded as the world’s next breadbasket. It has abundant arable land, fast growing demand, and a vibrant business environment that could provide jobs for millions of …

BANGKOK, September 3, 2026 — Thailand has an opportunity to accelerate its transition toward a high-income, innovation-driven economy by raising productivity growth through upgrading and greater dynamism across firms, people, and …

Every day, more than 3,000 people die on the world’s roads. Some 90 percent of these deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries. Many involve young people in the prime of …

FREETOWN, September 1, 2026 – The World Bank Group announced the appointment of Aissatou Diallo as Country Manager for Sierra Leone. In her new role, Ms. Diallo will oversee the World …

SAN SALVADOR, September 1, 2026 – Diletta Doretti assumes today the role of World Bank Group Country Manager for El Salvador, unifying the institution’s leadership in the country to better support …