International Development Newswire

APAC region saw 316 mn international arrivals in 2024: UN Tourism

Between 2018 and 2024, Asia and the Pacific attracted over 640 greenfield tourism projects, worth a collective USD 66 billion, and equivalent to more than one-third of global capital expenditure in tourism-related investment. In Jakarta, the Commission for …

‘World Bank committed to transformation of Gambia’s energy sector’

Matarr Touray & PS Camara “The World Bank Group has been, and will continue to be, a trusted partner to the Government of The Gambia. With a combined portfolio of over $200 million, the Bank remains committed to ensuring the transformation of the …

Tharparkar area: Implementation of UN SDGs result rapid human development

KARACHI: The implementation of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the poverty-hit Tharparkar area has resulted in rapid human development. Amid poverty, water scarcity, and restricted access to essential services, Thar Foundation, …

Africa must stop raw materials’ export to trigger growth -Adesina

Akinwumi Adesina, president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), says the continent must end the export of its raw materials and inputs to trigger growth. In his official X page on Thursday, Adesina said the continent must embrace export of value-added …

Pakistan committed to UN SDGs: Minister

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan remains steadfast in its commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), viewing them as a vital blueprint for climate resilience, environmental sustainability, and societal well-being, said Federal Minister for …

South Africa’s silent water crisis deepens amid broken systems and public distrust

IN a nation where one in three water supply systems teeters on the brink of collapse, recycled wastewater is quietly making its way into South African taps. With only 23% of drinking water meeting chemical safety standards and nearly 90% of wastewater …

Govt launches $100M World Bank-funded project to renovate 200 schools

Author: Michael Daniel | Published: 5 hours ago Students sit for exams at Kuajok National Secondary School in Warrap State. (Photo: Santino Lual). JUBA, (Eye Radio) – The Ministry of General Education and Instruction has launched a $100-million major …

Breaking the Curse of Debt in Africa to Spur Sustainable Gro...

The African debt crisis is an intractable economic problem that won't just go away, but African leaders remain relentless to overcome the continent's persistent debt crisis to spur sustainable development. As things stand, breaking the 'curse …

Israeli Strike Kills at Least a Dozen in ‘Humanitarian Zone,’ Gazan Officials Say

ATM Medical Team Leaves For Myanmar On Humanitarian Relief Effort

KUALA LUMPUR,  April 18 (Bernama) -- Malaysia has dispatched a medical team from the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) to Myanmar as part of a humanitarian relief effort under Operation Starlight III following the devastating earthquake that struck the country …

Sarah Robinson: Medical debt relief will help survivors achieve economic security

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Ejisu-Abenase queen mother calls for comprehensive diaspora integration policies at UN Forum

Nana Akosua Serwaa Seoyo I of Ejisu-Abenase in the Ashanti Region has called for the development of a comprehensive policy across the African continent to facilitate the smooth return and integration of the African diaspora. According to the queen mother, …

Richard Armitage, diplomat and humanitarian

Richard Armitage was a large, barrel-chested, bald-headed, blunt-speaking American diplomat who served in three Republican administrations and is most commonly remembered for his unfortunate role in the so-called Valerie Plame scandal of 2003. But it is …

US votes against UN resolution over language on Russia's war

The United States voted against a U.N. General Assembly resolution on cooperation between the U.N. and the Council of Europe because of its language regarding Russia’s war, according to a letter from Jonathan Shrier, acting U.S. representative to the U.N. …

World Bank sees 'gaping holes' in Pakistan's tax system

Business Business World Bank sees 'gaping holes' in Pakistan's tax system Close Terms dependence on remittances beneficial only in short-term. Updated On: Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:20:11 PKT ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) – Describing the tax system of …

Legal aid, systemic barriers, and access to justice in Bangladesh

Access to justice is not only a fundamental right but also a cornerstone of a fair and democratic society. It ensures that every individual, regardless of their socio-economic background, can seek remedies for grievances, claim their rights, and …

USGrants.org Tracks Over $1.2 Billion in Federal Funding for U.S. Education Initiatives

USGrants.org Tracks Over $1.2 Billion in Federal Funding for U.S. Education Initiatives SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- USGrants.org, the nation’s trusted portal for government grants and federal funding …

Sudan Faces Worsening Humanitarian Catastrophe As Famine And Conflict Escalate: UN Experts

Friday, 18 April 2025, 11:04 am Press Release: OHCHR GENEVA (14 April 2025) – As the conflict in Sudan reaches the two-year mark, UN human rights experts raised alarm that widespread starvation and a distressing surge in acute malnutrition are unfolding. “ …

Zim rated Africa’s most expensive economy

Speaking to investors on currency reforms at the Zimbabwe Investment and Capital Markets Conference on Tuesday, in the United Kingdom, Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube committed to reign in the exchange rate. …

National Mental Health Alliance Day: Charlotte North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Charlotte, North Carolina at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

Constituents of Rep. Andy Harris to Rally Against Budget That Prioritizes Billionaires Over Working Families

Cambridge Indivisible to spotlight Harris’s support for deep cuts to healthcare, food aid, and education during April 19 rally in Cambridge, MD. CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While working families across …

National Law Day on May 1st: The Importance of Accessible Legal Resources

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As we approach National Law Day on May 1st, the legal community celebrates the rule of law and the US legal system. As our society continues to grow and change, individuals continue to need …

Hawaii Legislature Unanimously Passes Reforms to Protect Kids from Inhumane Treatment in the Criminal Justice System

Lawmakers Send 2 Groundbreaking Bills to Gov. Green Which Will End Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Children Tried as Adults & the Prosecution of Kids Under 12 WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a historic …

Title IX Showdown in Maine: Attorney Keith Altman Breaks Down the Federal-State Legal Battle on WMTW Channel 8

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a high-profile interview on WMTW Channel 8, nationally recognized attorney Keith Altman, Founding Partner of K Altman Law, offered expert legal commentary on Maine’s …

SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS MARCH FOR CHANGE IN DC

APRIL 29 RALLY OUTSIDE WHITE HOUSE BRINGS TOGETHER DENIM WEARING RAPE VICTIMS AND SYMPATHIZERS FOR MARCH TO LINCOLN MEMORIAL WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TAKING A STAND AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT April is …

இன அழிப்பு சிறிலங்க ராணுவ, இந்தியஇராணுவ புரிந்துணர்வு தமிழர்கள வேதனைகுள்ளாக்குகின்றது- நாடு கடந்த தமிழீழஅரசாங்கம்

இந்தியப் பிரதமர் நரேந்திர மோடி அவர்களின்சிறிலங்கா பயணம் தொடர்பாக நாடு கடந்த தமிழீழஅரசாங்கம் கருத்து COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- இந்தியப் பிரதமர் நரேந்திர மோடி அவர்களின்சிறிலங்கா பயணம் தொடர்பாக நாடு கடந்த …

From Fear to Love: Bryan Post Brings Trauma-Informed Parenting Tour to Houston, Fort Worth & Arlington

ARLINGTON, FORT WORTH AND HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bryan Post, internationally recognized child behavior expert and founder of the Post Institute, officially launches the From Fear to Love 2025 World Tour …

Sweet Valley Ranch Gives Back Donates $10,000 to Greater Unity Tabernacle Church and Nonprofit Leader 'Mother Cordelia'

Sweet Valley Ranch donates $10K to support food, shelter, and job programs led by local nonprofit champion, Mother Cordelia Challenger. FAYETTEVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, April 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- $10,000. That’s how this story begins. …

Arkansas Legislature Passes Landmark Youth Justice Reforms to Protect Victimized Children from Trauma and Incarceration

Legislation supported by a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers and child rights advocates will reform the state’s youth justice system. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a major bipartisan victory for children’ …

4/20 For Freedom: Last Prisoner Project and Ben & Jerry’s Call on Governors to Grant Cannabis Clemency

The Fight for Cannabis Justice This 4/20 Just Got a Little Bit Sweeter WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As in years past, this 4/20, cannabis businesses will rack up sales, public figures will use their …

Denise Richards is this year’s Honoree for The Jonathan Foundation’s Spring Fundraiser as an Advocate to Help Children

Hosted by Emmy Award Winner Fritz Coleman, Retired KNBC Weathercaster Saturday, May 17, 2025 @ The Universal Sheraton -5:30 PM LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Popular actress Denise Richards is this year’s …

Madison Education Group Launches New Certificate Program

New Certificate Program in Leadership Principles and Developing Visionary Leadership Skills MELBOURNE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Madison Education Group and the Madison School of Professional Development are proud …

Supreme Court Declines Cannabis Case; DOJ Faces Escalating Scrutiny Over Prosecutorial Misconduct

Lucas Sirois followed Maine law—but federal prosecutors continue pursuit, potentially violating DOJ funding limits and wasting taxpayer resources. AUGUSTA, ME, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a significant development …

University of Phoenix Career Optimism Index Reveals 1 in 4 American Workers Face Professional Uncertainty

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid record-low institutional trust and rising workplace grievances, the fifth annual Career Optimism Index® from the University of Phoenix Career Institute® finds American workers …

ICRC outraged as premises in Gaza struck and damaged by explosive

This is the second such incident in three weeks; another premises in the area was struck by a tank shell on 24 March. Both incidents occurred despite the buildings being clearly marked and regularly notified to all parties. These incidents highlight the …

Global Impact Wellness Group Welcomes Taylor Smith as New Executive Leader Focused on Legal Affairs and Community Impact

Global Impact Wellness Group is proud to announce the appointment of Taylor Smith as the newest executive leader within the organization. BALTIMORE , MD, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Impact Wellness Group is proud …

Elected Officials and Silicon Valley Nonprofits Hold 'Save Medicaid' Rally to Fight Impending Budget Cuts

Zoe Lofgren, Sam Liccardo and Silicon Valley nonprofits rally to fight for Medicaid SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PRxDigital, Inc. will host a press conference and community rally to oppose impending cuts to …

Critically Acclaimed Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic Streams May 7 on Peacock, Prime, Apple TV & Google TV

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The powerful, award-winning documentary Put the Guns Down: A World Epidemic makes its highly anticipated global streaming debut on May 7, 2025, across major platforms, including Peacock …

CSI condemns Holy Week massacre of Christians in Nigeria

A team from Christian Solidarity International was on the ground in Nigeria as the killings unfolded ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 13, Palm Sunday, Fulani militias massacred 56 people in a Christian village …