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An agricultural show held in the heart of Cotonou shows the positive impact of alternative income-generating activities.
Cooperation on water resources can minimize the risk of conflict, and set the stage for development benefits.
In West Africa, research is supporting the development of climate-smart varieties of staple crops such as maize in Benin.
Community-led projects rehabilitated schools for 81,000 students and improved access to water and sanitation services for 10,000 people.
Africa needs to improve the quality of its education and teach basic skills to adults, too, says Africa’s Pulse.
IDA, the World Bank’s fund for the poorest, contributes nearly 50% of its funds to 39 African countries.
IDA, the World Bank’s fund for the poorest, contributes nearly 50% of its funds to 39 African countries.
Watch, listen and click through the latest videos, podcasts and slideshows highlighting the World Bank’s work in Sub-Saharan Africa.
The Doing Business report provides objective measures of business regulations and their enforcement. See where your country ranks.
