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IDA launches US$1.5 billion Borrowing Program to address Development Issues in the World’s Poorest Countries

The International Development Association(IDA) yesterday launched its first bond in its nearly 60 years history, which marks the launch of IDA’s borrowing program in the global capital markets, raised US$1.5 billion to address some of the most pressing development issues in the world’s poorest … [Read more...] about IDA launches US$1.5 billion Borrowing Program to address Development Issues in the World’s Poorest Countries

Institute of Human Virology announces $100 million Project to measure the Reach and Impact of HIV Programs in Nigeria

The Institute of Human Virology (IHV) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) has announced a $100 million project to measure the reach and impact of HIV programs in Nigeria – the largest population-based HIV survey ever conducted in a single country. The work is funded by the … [Read more...] about Institute of Human Virology announces $100 million Project to measure the Reach and Impact of HIV Programs in Nigeria

Ireland Minister announces €30 million for Second Call for Proposals under the Regional Enterprise Development Fund

The Ireland Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation, Heather Humphreys has announced €30 million through a Second Call for Proposals under the Regional Enterprise Development Fund (REDF). The Fund will now operate on a rolling basis through the National Development Plan. Announcing the … [Read more...] about Ireland Minister announces €30 million for Second Call for Proposals under the Regional Enterprise Development Fund

UPS Foundation announces $16 million 2018 Grants for Humanitarian Relief, Community Resilience and Safety Programs Worldwide

The UPS Foundation has announced 2018 grants and in-kind support totaling more than $16 million to non-profit, non-governmental organizations and United Nations agencies for humanitarian relief, community resilience and safety programs worldwide. Grants provide support for disaster response, … [Read more...] about UPS Foundation announces $16 million 2018 Grants for Humanitarian Relief, Community Resilience and Safety Programs Worldwide

Dalai Lama Foundation announces Annual Graduate Scholarship Grants for the Academic Year 2018-19

The Dalai Lama Foundation has announced its eighth round of annual graduate scholarship grants for the academic year 2018-19. Ten to eighteen exceptional candidates of Tibetan descent will be selected to receive scholarship awards of up to US$10,000. The purpose of the scholarship program is to … [Read more...] about Dalai Lama Foundation announces Annual Graduate Scholarship Grants for the Academic Year 2018-19

Canada provides Humanitarian Assistance to the Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria

Canada has announced funding of more than $ 27 million dollars would be allocated to humanitarian partner organizations to support the people of Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria to meet the vital needs of more than 20 million people affected by drought, food shortages and the ongoing conflict in … [Read more...] about Canada provides Humanitarian Assistance to the Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria

JP Morgan launches Africa Rising 4.0 Programme in collaboration with Tshimologong Precinct

JP Morgan, in collaboration with Tshimologong Precinct has announced the opening of applications for Africa Rising 4.0 Programme from 9 April 2018. The programme aims to help founders and early stage technology companies to inject life into their startups through our vast and combined … [Read more...] about JP Morgan launches Africa Rising 4.0 Programme in collaboration with Tshimologong Precinct

Grassroots Giving Community Funding Scheme 2018 to Open on 1 May

Applications for Skipton Building Society’s Grassroots Giving community funding scheme 2018 will open on 1 May 2018 with the total funding of £82,500 to help small groups and organisations make a difference in their neighbourhood. Applications can be made online on there website from 1 May and … [Read more...] about Grassroots Giving Community Funding Scheme 2018 to Open on 1 May

U.S. Department of State to Honour Young Leaders with the Emerging Young Leaders Award

In recognition of the positive role young people play in building sustainable peace, the U.S. Department of State is honoring ten outstanding young leaders (ages 18-24) from across the globe with the Emerging Young Leaders Award. On Wednesday, May 2, the ten recipients of the third annual … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of State to Honour Young Leaders with the Emerging Young Leaders Award

Highmark Health announces $25 million Grant to Support Specialized Cancer Care and Innovative Research

Highmark Health has announced a $25 million grant to support specialized cancer care and innovative research at Penn State Cancer Institute with a commitment to offering exceptional care close to home for those in Central Pennsylvania. The grant will provide support for development of new cancer … [Read more...] about Highmark Health announces $25 million Grant to Support Specialized Cancer Care and Innovative Research

Graham Foundation announces $534,850 Grant to support Original Ideas of the Designed Environment

The Graham Foundation has announced $534,850 grant to individuals around the world to support 74 projects engaging original ideas that advance our understanding of the designed environment. The funded projects include exhibitions, publications, films, new media works, and site-specific installations … [Read more...] about Graham Foundation announces $534,850 Grant to support Original Ideas of the Designed Environment

Finland Grants EUR 67 million to curb Humanitarian Crisis in Syria

Finland granted EUR 67 million to humanitarian aid organisations via principal UN specialised agencies, the Red Cross Movement, and six Finnish civil society organisations. The biggest amount of funding is channeled to fight the acute difficult humanitarian crisis in Syria. Minister for Foreign … [Read more...] about Finland Grants EUR 67 million to curb Humanitarian Crisis in Syria

NSF announces 2,000 Fellowship Awards for its Graduate Research Fellowship Program

The National Science Foundation's (NSF) has announced the offer of 2,000 fellowship awards, following a national competition for its Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP). The program recruits high-potential, early-career scientists and engineers and supports their graduate research training … [Read more...] about NSF announces 2,000 Fellowship Awards for its Graduate Research Fellowship Program

Qatar Pledges USD 50 million in order to support UNRWA

Qatar recently pledged USD 50 million in order to support UNRWA at a recent ministerial conference in Rome. With this Qatar will become one of UNRWA’s top donors and will have a major impact on the Agency’s ability to continue its vital services to the vulnerable Palestine refugee community during … [Read more...] about Qatar Pledges USD 50 million in order to support UNRWA

Government of Japan contributes US$10 million to support WFP to rebuild Iraq

The Government of Japan contributes US$10 million to support United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), to scale up income-generating and livelihood activities for 9,000 vulnerable Iraqis. These activities are aimed at restoring agriculture through the rehabilitation of canals and irrigation systems … [Read more...] about Government of Japan contributes US$10 million to support WFP to rebuild Iraq

German Funding supports UNHCR and UNFPA to assist Women across Libya

German Funding is supporting UNHCR and UNFPA, to respond to the growing needs of vulnerable displaced women across Libya. They are currently distributing 8,517 dignity and hygiene kits in 16 different locations in the areas of Tripoli, Misrata, Sabha, Nafusa Mountains, Bani Walid , Janzour , Ubari … [Read more...] about German Funding supports UNHCR and UNFPA to assist Women across Libya

UN receives $1 billion contributions from Saudi Arabia and UAE to assist Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen

The United Nations has received nearly $1 billion contributions from Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and urged other donors to follow suit and help tackle the world’s worst humanitarian crisis in Yemen. More than 22 million people in Yemen require humanitarian aid or protection … [Read more...] about UN receives $1 billion contributions from Saudi Arabia and UAE to assist Humanitarian Crisis in Yemen

Winners announced for Ockenden International Prizes for Refugee Projects

Winners of the sixth annual Ockenden International Prizes for refugee projects have been announced yesterday by Ockenden International. The four winners are: IPSDI Burundi, Health Equity Initiatives, Malaysia, Safe Passage UK, and Taawon, Lebanon. The four winning projects are from Burundi, … [Read more...] about Winners announced for Ockenden International Prizes for Refugee Projects

UN Grants $9 million Assistance to support People displaced in North-East Nigeria

The United Nation has provided $9 million assistance from the United Nations-managed country-based humanitarian assistance fund to help thousands of people displaced in North-East Nigeria. Some 60,000 people have been displaced by ongoing hostilities in Nigeria’s crisis-torn Borno state. The UN … [Read more...] about UN Grants $9 million Assistance to support People displaced in North-East Nigeria

Hewlett Foundation Grants $10 million to support Research on Digital Disinformation Problem

The William and Flora Hewlett Foundation has announced to devote $10 million over the next two years toward grappling with the growing problem that digital disinformation poses for U.S. democracy. Focusing primarily on the role of social media, the new funding commitment will support high-quality … [Read more...] about Hewlett Foundation Grants $10 million to support Research on Digital Disinformation Problem

IOM-UNODC Joint Initiative on Countering Migrant Smuggling

The United Nations Migration Agency, and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has organized an event today, centring on a Joint Platform on Countering Migrant Smuggling. The new IOM-UNODC initiative encourages the main stakeholders to join forces against the smuggling of … [Read more...] about IOM-UNODC Joint Initiative on Countering Migrant Smuggling

Netherlands, World Bank signs MoU to strengthen Management of Public Resources in Libya

A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed by the Minister for Foreign Trade and Cooperation of Netherlands, Ms. Sigrid Kaag and Acting Bank Group Libya Country Manager, Mr. Michael Schaeffer, which expresses the intention of the Netherlands and the World Bank Group to support the Government of … [Read more...] about Netherlands, World Bank signs MoU to strengthen Management of Public Resources in Libya

Government of Latvia announces a Grant Project Competition “Support for Development Cooperation Project”

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Latvia has announced a grant project competition, "Support for development cooperation project". The total funding available for the projects is EUR 213,013. A single development cooperation grant project can receive from EUR 20,000 to EUR … [Read more...] about Government of Latvia announces a Grant Project Competition “Support for Development Cooperation Project”

UK Women to benefit from £15 million of the Tampon Tax Fund

The Minister for Sport and Civil Society, Tracey Crouch has announced that thousands of women across the UK will benefit from £15 million from the latest round of the Tampon Tax Fund. Projects that tackle sexual violence, address social exclusion among BAME women and improve mental health and … [Read more...] about UK Women to benefit from £15 million of the Tampon Tax Fund

Thirteen Countries sign up to support the use of Digital Technology in Modern Healthcare

Thirteen countries, including the UK, have signed up to a global network designed to support the use of digital technology in modern healthcare. The aim is to share policy and evidence that supports members to deliver better digital health services. The 13 countries in the partnership are … [Read more...] about Thirteen Countries sign up to support the use of Digital Technology in Modern Healthcare

UNHCR, Partners seek US $ 504 million Fund to help Congolese Refugees

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in collaboration with its 30 humanitarian partners launched a US $ 504 million appeal for funds to help those forced to flee their homes. one of the most complex, difficult and forgotten refugee crises in the world. The call for funds will … [Read more...] about UNHCR, Partners seek US $ 504 million Fund to help Congolese Refugees

CHILD USA announces $50,000 Grant to study Child Abuse and Neglect Within Elite Athletics

CHILD USA in partnership with the Foundation for Global Sports Development has announced a $50,000 grant to fund a study to determine the incidence of child abuse and neglect within elite athletics. CHILD USA will study the extent to which young elite athletes are vulnerable to abuse, including … [Read more...] about CHILD USA announces $50,000 Grant to study Child Abuse and Neglect Within Elite Athletics

Alexander De Croo on a Two-Day Mission for Silicon Savannah

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Development Cooperation and Digital Agenda Alexander De Croo will be heading on a two day mission for Kenya, Africa’s “Silicon Savannah” . He will be accompanied by Startups.be and Close the Gap. Nairobi. Under De Croo’s tenure, Digital for Development (D4D) … [Read more...] about Alexander De Croo on a Two-Day Mission for Silicon Savannah

Belgium Doubles its Contribution to the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC)

In a conversation with ICRC President Peter Maurer, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Development Cooperation Alexander De Croo announced that the Belgium has doubled its contribution to the International Committee of the Red Cross. The ICRC seeks to promote and protect international … [Read more...] about Belgium Doubles its Contribution to the International Committee of Red Cross (ICRC)

Tony Elumelu Foundation announces African Entrepreneurs with the Innovative, High-Potential Business Ideas

The Tony Elumelu Foundation has announced the African entrepreneurs with the most innovative, high-potential business ideas. More than 150,000 Africans from 114 countries worldwide applied to join the 4th cycle of TEF's $100 million TEF Entrepreneurship Programme. The 2018 cohort includes an … [Read more...] about Tony Elumelu Foundation announces African Entrepreneurs with the Innovative, High-Potential Business Ideas

AEG Chairman donates $1 million dollars to support EJAF’s LGBT Fund

Chairman of AEG, Philip Anschutz has donated $1 million dollars to support Elton John AIDS Foundation’s LGBT Fund. The Fund, a $10m public-private partnership with the U.S. Government’s President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) initiative, tackles the stigma, discrimination and violence … [Read more...] about AEG Chairman donates $1 million dollars to support EJAF’s LGBT Fund

Japan provides WFP with US$2.5 million to fight Malnutrition in Chad’s Sahel Region

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has announced a US$2.5 million contribution from the Government of Japan to support 65,000 people in Chad’s fragile Sahel region suffering from high levels of acute malnutrition. Insufficient rainfall during the last planting season in parts of Chad’s … [Read more...] about Japan provides WFP with US$2.5 million to fight Malnutrition in Chad’s Sahel Region

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awards over $463,000 in Funding for developing Sustainable Technologies in Georgia

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded Georgia Technology Research Corporation, $14,995 and Kennesaw State University, $14,977 through the People, Prosperity, and Planet (P3) grants program. Nationally, over $463,000 in funding for 31 Phase I student teams was awarded through … [Read more...] about U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awards over $463,000 in Funding for developing Sustainable Technologies in Georgia

EQUALS in Tech Awards now accepting Nominations to Empower Women and Girls across the Globe

The EQUALS Global Partnership has announced that it is now accepting nominations for the prestigious 2018 EQUALS in Tech Awards. Exceptional initiatives that are using the power of information and communication technologies (ICTs) to empower women and girls across the globe are invited to submit … [Read more...] about EQUALS in Tech Awards now accepting Nominations to Empower Women and Girls across the Globe

EU-IOM launches joint Initiative for Migrant Protection

The Government of Somalia, the European Union (EU) and IOM, the UN Migration Agency has launched a project to help approximately 1,000 Somali migrants reintegrate, once they have returned home following being stranded in another country. The EU-funded "Reintegration Facility" project will also … [Read more...] about EU-IOM launches joint Initiative for Migrant Protection

Latest livestock Services, Farming Innovations and Skills Training at Agritech Expo Zambia

The fifth Agritech Expo Zambia exhibition at Chisamba will take place from 12-14 April 2018 which will focus on livestock, live equipment demonstrations, nethouse and aquaculture showcases and free AgriTEACH interactive training workshops are some of the exciting, new features that will be available … [Read more...] about Latest livestock Services, Farming Innovations and Skills Training at Agritech Expo Zambia

U.S. Secretary Zinke announces more than $1.1 billion National Funding for Sportsmen & Conservation

U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke has announced more than $1.1 billion in annual national funding for state wildlife agencies from revenues generated by the Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration and Dingell-Johnson Sport Fish Restoration (PRDJ) acts. To date, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife … [Read more...] about U.S. Secretary Zinke announces more than $1.1 billion National Funding for Sportsmen & Conservation

USA Grants $ 2.5 million to Assist Venezuelans in Colombia

The US government has announced $ 2.5 million in humanitarian aid to help Venezuelans who have been forced to leave their country and seek a better future in Colombia. In the statement, USAID said it will channel funds through the Pan American Health Organization and the United Nations World Food … [Read more...] about USA Grants $ 2.5 million to Assist Venezuelans in Colombia

Govt of Italy, UNICEF Holds Positive Peace Workshops for Libyan Youth

For over the next four weeks, 180 Libyan youth will participate in workshops for promoting Positive Peace, started on 19 March 2018 and organised by UNICEF and the Institute of Economics and Peace through funding from the Government of Italy. Based on the Institute of Economics and Peace’s [IEP] … [Read more...] about Govt of Italy, UNICEF Holds Positive Peace Workshops for Libyan Youth

Glaucoma Research Foundation announces $720,000 to support 12 Investigators across U.S

Glaucoma Research Foundation (GRF) has announced $720,000 in annual research grants to support 12 investigators at prestigious universities across the United States. The foundation is funding eight researchers at prominent medical research centers with one-year Shaffer Grants, in addition to four … [Read more...] about Glaucoma Research Foundation announces $720,000 to support 12 Investigators across U.S

Ghana to Host the 2018 World Press Freedom Day to mark Country’s Growing Democratic Credentials

Ghana to host the 2018 World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) as a mark of the country’s growing democratic credentials. The Accra event will bring together civil society, the academia, media and representatives of the judiciary. The event will be in four plenary sessions including an academic conference on … [Read more...] about Ghana to Host the 2018 World Press Freedom Day to mark Country’s Growing Democratic Credentials

World Bank and World Food Programme collaborates to tackle Humanitarian and Development Challenges

The leaders of the World Bank and the U.N. World Food Programme (WFP) have joined forces to knock down the practical and ideological barriers between “humanitarian” and “development” assistance in order to better tackle the complex challenges the world faces. Both share a vision of a world without … [Read more...] about World Bank and World Food Programme collaborates to tackle Humanitarian and Development Challenges

World Bank raises US$295 million to support Lebanon’s Transport to improve Mobility, spur Growth

The World Bank has approved US$295 million package ushering in the overhaul of Lebanon’s decaying transport sector and securing employment for thousands of unskilled Lebanese and Syrian workers. The project will be financed by a US$225.2 million loan while the Global Concessional Financing Facility … [Read more...] about World Bank raises US$295 million to support Lebanon’s Transport to improve Mobility, spur Growth

World Bank grants US$145 million to Nicaragua to improve its Wellbeing

The World Bank has approved three loans totaling US$145 million to strengthen healthcare, improve roads and promote regularizing land titles in Nicaragua. It also approved the new 2018-2022 Partnership Strategy with that country. The new investments are financed by the International Development … [Read more...] about World Bank grants US$145 million to Nicaragua to improve its Wellbeing

World Bank approves US$80 million Project to support Panama

The World Bank has approved a US$80 million project to improve the infrastructure and quality of health, education, water and sanitation services in 12 Indigenous territories of Panama. The innovative project is based on the priorities established by the Indigenous communities and their traditional … [Read more...] about World Bank approves US$80 million Project to support Panama

CHANEL collaborates with Asia Foundation to enhance Opportunities for Women’s Entrepreneurship in South Korea

The Asia Foundation has announced to received support from Paris-based Foundation CHANEL under a brand-new Accelerate Growth Initiative aimed at enhancing opportunities for women’s entrepreneurship in South Korea. Under this new collaboration, the Asia Foundation is launching a one-year research … [Read more...] about CHANEL collaborates with Asia Foundation to enhance Opportunities for Women’s Entrepreneurship in South Korea

IKEA Foundation announces €3.5 million support for Women’s Empowerment Programme in India

The IKEA Foundation has announced a new grant for €3.5 million to support its partner PRADAN with its successful women’s empowerment programme in India which helps women living in rural communities in India to organise themselves into strong self-help groups. These groups give them a stronger voice … [Read more...] about IKEA Foundation announces €3.5 million support for Women’s Empowerment Programme in India