International Development News Monitoring

UN shipping body shows support for polar fuels, but takes no action to reduce black carbon emissions

As a meeting of the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) Pollution Prevention and Response sub-committee (PPR 12) closes today in London, the Clean Arctic Alliance welcomed the broad support from IMO member states, and parts of the fuel and shipping …

USAID Funding Halt Leaves Ukrainian Media Seeking Support

Earlier this week, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) suspended. all of its projects in Ukraine. The decision was made after USAID received a directive from the US State Department to freeze foreign aid for 90 days. Against this …

A Humanitarian Assistance Scheme has been made available to Longford households affected by the storm

The Minister for Social Protection, Dara Calleary, has confirmed that the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme is available to provide support to those living in properties directly affected by Storm Éowyn. The Humanitarian Assistance Scheme mitigates hardship …

Nameless peak in Kyrgyzstan named "UN Peak", law signed

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov signed a law on assigning the geographical name «United Nations Peak» to an unnamed mountain peak in the area of ​​the South Engilchek Glacier of Sary-Dzhaz ridge of Tien Shan. The height of the peak is 5,576 meters. …

Auto Industry Seeks EV Boost, Tax Cuts, and Infrastructure Push in Budget 2025

Ahead of the Union Budget 2025 scheduled to be announced by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Feb 11, 2025, the automotive sector expects policy measures that will accelerate sustainable mobility, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and enhance India…

World Bank, AfDB’s $35Bn To Help Africa Expand Electricity Supply Market

  Yemisi Izuora Africa is hopeful of advancing her electricity market as key investments are expected to increase following offer of about $35 billion by notable international lenders. The leaders of more than half of Africa’s nations gathered this week in …

Azerbaijan firms up ties with World Bank through strategic development framework

Azerbaijan firms up ties with World Bank through strategic development framework 31 January 2025 08:30 (UTC+04:00) Azerbaijan has long maintained strong relations with global institutions and organizations, including the prestigious World Bank. Since …

Kofi Adams commits to revamping Ghana’s sporting infrastructure

Kofi Adams has pledged to prioritise the maintenance of Ghana’s sporting facilities if confirmed as Minister for Sports and Recreation. He made this commitment during his appearance before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday evening. The Buem …

South Africa’s growing Global Business Services Sector offers thousands of jobs to youth

South Africa’s booming Global Business Services (GBS) sector continues to expand, creating more than 14 000 new job opportunities between January and September 2024, with over 12 500 of those positions taken up by the country’s youth. The sector, which has …

Former Senior USAID official Colin Thomas-Jensen joins Aurora as Director of Communications, Advocacy, and Impact

The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative today announced the appointment of Colin Thomas-Jensen as Director of Communications, Advocacy, and Impact. Thomas-Jensen will lead efforts to support the initiative’s growing network of local humanitarians, including …

EU backs North Africa hydrogen pipeline, but is it a green dream?

The EU, Algeria and Tunisia plan to build a subsea pipeline to start exporting green hydrogen to the bloc by 2030 but experts say the numbers don’t add up Algeria, Tunisia, Austria, Germany and Italy have agreed to construct a hydrogen pipeline to bring …

How education, entrepreneurship are ending FGM in Siha District

KILIMANJARO: THE reduction of Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Siha District, particularly in its pastoralist communities, is a direct result of collaborative efforts between the Tanzanian government and key stakeholders. These initiatives have primarily …

Exploration: Key to South Africa’s growth

South Africa’s mining, minerals and exploration industry has historically been the backbone of the economy. Despite the challenges the industry faces, such as changes in commodity prices, energy instability, and regulatory inefficiencies, the sector does …

Economist backs World Bank caution against hasty reaction to Trump policies

A renowned economist is backing the World Bank’s caution against hasty reactions by global officials to U.S. President Donald Trump’s drastic policy changes. In a recent interview with Reuters, on the sidelines of the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit in …

Humanitarian aid threatened by fighting in Democratic Republic of Congo

Kim Jong-un slams officials for 'drinking spree' in rare public rebuke

At a meeting of the Workers' Party of Korea (WPK) this week, North Korean leader Kim Jong-un criticised dozens of officials for drunken misconduct. North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un has delivered a rare public rebuke to dozens of party officials for …

Financing Africa’s Renewable Energy Future: Addressing The Infrastructure Challenge

Opinion: Gaza’s humanitarian crisis stems from misrule, reducing it to a landscape of despair

The grotesque spectacle on January 19 of three female hostages, tortured for 470 days in Gaza’s jails, being paraded through a hostile crowd before their release to the Red Cross, underscores the reality that Hamas bears full responsibility for the war …

The role of the private sector in delivering critical infrastructure for national development

Stepping into the recently remodelled Arrival Wing E at the Lagos Murtala Muhammed International Airport, the impression is immediate and profound. This is not just a transit space; it is a vibrant gateway that reflects Nigeria’s spirit of innovation and …

Child Care Providers Can Discover the Power of the Food Program by Participating in the CACFP

Five benefits to joining the Food Program ROUND ROCK, TX, UNITED STATES, February 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) is a federal nutrition program through the United States Department of Agriculture ( …

Black History Month Gets Started With A Local Hero, Civil Rights Activist, Zeke Wilson

Precedent setting Civil Rights advocate, acclaimed pro boxer and US Marine, Ezekiel “Zeke” Wilson has released his highly anticipated memoir, The Eighth Round SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In this …

Toast to Tomorrow Gala to Support the Sally J. Pimentel Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center

Exclusive gala supporting the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Center to expand services across Southwest Florida with dinner, auctions, and special guest Gina Birch. FORT MYERS, FL, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, …

Consumer Defense Law Group Secures Another Landmark Surplus Trustee Sale Reversal for Oxnard Homeowner

OXNARD, CA, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a groundbreaking legal victory for distressed homeowners, Oxnard resident Eileen Diaz successfully reversed the surplus trustee sale of her home after it was auctioned to a …

Global Experts Convene in New York for 10th Annual Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution

Global leaders gather in New York to address identity-driven conflicts and advance peacebuilding at the 10th Annual Ethnic and Religious Conflict Conference. BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International …

Jim Marter Issues Statement on Laken Riley Act and Underwood’s Record on Women’s Safety

Marter Stands in Support of Female Victims of Illegal Alien Violence, Criticizes Underwood’s Voting Record OSWEGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congressional candidate Jim Marter released the following statements …

National Mental Health Alliance Day: Columbus, Ohio

COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Columbus, Ohio at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

சிறிலங்கா தேசத்தின் சுதந்திர நாள் தமிழர் தேசத்தின் கரிநாள் - நாடுகடந்த தமிழீழ அரசாங்கம்

சிங்கள தேசத்தால் ஆக்கிமிக்கப்பட்ட தமிழர் தேசம் விடுதலைஅடையும் நாளே தமிழர்களின், தமிழர் தேசத்தின், சுதந்திர நாள். COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 1948, பெப்ரவரி 4 இல் இருந்து சிறிலங்கா தனது சுதந்திர நாளாகக் …

E&R Publishers announce new book release in support of the American family

The Future of the American Family—An Unprecedented Crisis by Dr. Jerry Cammarata; a timely book for anyone who cares about family's relevance in a new America. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First …

Dirigo and OSHEAN Announce Leadership Challenge Workshop

Driving Innovation in Rhode Island PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Providence, RI – 1/31/2025 – Dirigo, a premier leadership development firm, in partnership with OSHEAN, is thrilled to announce the …

Nadine Groenig of SunClan Consulting LLC Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Presently, there are over five hundred federally-recognized Native American tribes in the United States – and twenty-two of them are located in Arizona. As Native Americans have …

4Kira4Moms, Community Partners to Stand Together at Cedars-Sinai on Wednesday, February 5, 2025

4Kira4Moms and Community Partners to Take A Stand at Cedars-Sinai on Wednesday, February 5, 2025 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 4Kira4Moms is partnering with community organizations throughout the Los …

P.E.A.C.E. Expresses Appreciation to Those Who Helped Secure Leonard Peltier’s Commutation

The organization acknowledges the individuals and groups who contributed to the clemency efforts for the Indigenous activist. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- P.E.A.C.E. (Parole Elder Abuse Concerns …

Alimony Disputes: LegalMatch Assists With Experienced Family Law Attorneys

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Facing an alimony dispute can be a stressful experience. Whether an individual is seeking spousal support or facing a request for alimony payments, it’s vital to understand the …

TGTE Urges UN to get the list from Sri Lanka of LTTE members who were made to surrender to the Sri Lankan Army

In his letter, Rudrakumaran noted that we still do not know what happened to Rev. Father Joseph, the LTTE members, and their families including babies COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TGTE Prime Minister …

First Comprehensive Searchable Database of Holocaust Educational Resources Launches

MSHEF delivers another critical resource to support its national network of educators - promoting kindness and respect through Holocaust education LIVINGSTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Mark Schonwetter …

Another Surplus Trustee Sale Reversal Of a Third-Party Highest Bidder Auction Sale by Consumer Defense Law Group

ARLETA, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a remarkable victory, Jessenia Monterrosa of Arleta, California, successfully reversed the concluded foreclosure Trustee Sale of her property, which had been sold on December 31 …

SAF Win in Challenge of Ban on Handgun Sales for Young Adults

SAF scored an important victory in its challenge of a federal prohibition on handgun sales to young adults with a unanimous ruling. BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) has …

The Salvation Army Celebrates Opening of New Medical Respite Center

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for New Medical Respite Center WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CONTACT: Michelle Rodriguez, Director of Development Office: (561) 686-3530 / Cell: (561) 312-7125 The …

Another Consumer Defense Law Group 3rd Party Highest Bidder Trustee Sale Reversal Victory in Coulterville, CA

COULTERVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful victory for homeowners facing the threat of wrongful Eviction, Attorney Tony Cara’s Consumer Defense Law Group successfully reversed the trustee sale of a …