The paper shows that World Bank projects that restructure during implementation perform better, with improvements in ...

The world's population growth tells two stories: in many countries populations are aging, while in others, populations are getting younger. Projections show most countries will likely see shrinking ...

Discover how the World Bank is making innovation central to its strategy, leading to more successful development projects and ...

Tokyo, September 9, 2025 – The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD, AAA/Aaa) today issued an EUR 90 million 7-year Sustainable Development Bond due September 2032.

The World Bank is ending its long-standing ban on providing funding for nuclear energy projects - and will be open to supporting efforts to extend the life of existing reactors and accelerate the ...

Digitalization is a transformative force that can drive productivity-led growth and enhance the efficiency of critical services such as healthcare, education, financial inclusion, agriculture, social ...

From a small town in Maharashtra to the World Bank presidency, Indian-origin Ajay Banga’s inspiring journey reshaped global ...

Developing countries, including Nigeria, face a historic $8.9tn debt crisis, says the World Bank. Learn about the financial ...

The World Bank's approach to supporting rail logistics focuses on enhancing the efficiency, sustainability, and resilience of rail transport systems globally, with a particular emphasis on shifting ...

Danny Bradlow, in addition to his position at University of Pretoria, is Senior G20 Advisor to the South African Institute of International Affairs and co-chair of the T20 sask force on sustainable ...

The country has received a US$360million disbursement from the World Bank, the first tranche of an anticipated US$730million in foreign exchange inflows aimed at supporting macroeconomic stability and ...

Rania Al-Mashat, Egypt’s Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation explains how tourism has created direct jobs and boosted other sectors. Watch more How to Equip Young ...