This report explores how Sub-Saharan Africa can take advantage of the time-bound opportunities presented by rapid urbanization to stimulate economic growth and job creation.

Commodity prices are set to rise 23% in 2026 as global shocks mount, according to the World Bank Group’s latest Commodity ...

Global progress on reducing extreme poverty has come to a standstill, and the world is at risk of falling further behind unless more and better jobs are created, according to the World Bank Group’s ...

The World Bank Group today launched its first digital strategy, bringing together its public and private sector capabilities to help developing countries expand affordable digital access, improve ...

The World Bank Group launched AgriConnect to help 300 million farmers grow their businesses and to make the food sector a stronger source of jobs and economic growth ...

Protecting biodiversity is not a cost to economic development — it is the ultimate investment in it. The World Bank Group is ...

With World Bank Group support, Türkiye has mobilized over $21 billion in private capital, creating jobs, funding small ...

Sri Lanka’s economy reached a significant milestone, reaching pre-crisis levels. But the recovery remains incomplete and uneven, with household incomes and labor market outcomes still lagging the ...

Middle East Conflict Further Weakens Regional Outlook, with Gulf Oil Exporters Hit Hardest The question is not whether AI will play a role in the region’s future, but whether countries can build the ...

l período de la primera infancia, que empieza en la concepción, determina los resultados en la vida de un niño y su potencial de desarrollo en el futuro. Invertir en estos años fundamentales en ...

COLOMBO, September 30, 2026 —The World Bank today approved $110 million to help Sri Lanka repair and reconstruct 600 kilometers of roads that were severely damaged by Cyclone Ditwah. The new financing ...