Given that a majority of the world’s financially excluded and underserved customers live in rural areas, extending rural CICO agent networks is critical to further financial inclusion. The challenge is...
Type: ReportReport#: 186131Date: November 30, 2023Author:
World Bank
Youths are a vital part of the economic workforce, but they face unique challenges and opportunities in a rapidly changing world. Despite being tech-savvy and socially conscious, many youths struggle to...
Despite persistent macroeconomic instability, economic growth continued to recover in 2023, underpinned largely by a steady improvement in the service sector. GDP growth is forecast at 3.7 percent in 2023,...
Type: ReportReport#: 186195Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Arayavechkit, Tanida ;
Davading, Somneuk ;
Martins, Pedro Miguel Gaspar ;
Nguyen, Viet Anh ;
Phimmahasay, Keomanivone
Little evidence exists on the effectiveness of packaged interventions, however, let alone on the appropriate mix, the adequate sequencing, or the effectiveness of different governance arrangements. When...
Type: ReportReport#: 186622Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Christiaensen, Luc ;
Mink, Stephen D.
This document collection focuses on utilizing data and technology to address global challenges related to climate change, urbanization, and development. It explores the use of open data standards, digital...
Type: ReportReport#: 201788Date: November 30, 2023Author:
World Bank
The Solar Hybrid Mini Grids for Rural Economic Development component of the Nigeria Electrification Project created direct and indirect employment opportunities across various skill levels in Nigeria....
Type: ESMAP PaperReport#: 187190Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Aghababyan, Anna ;
Dobrotková, Zuzana ;
Pargal, Sheoli ;
Pedersen, Anders
The Rampur Hydropower Project (RHP) generated direct, indirect, and induced employment opportunities, improved local infrastructure, and had economic impacts on the region. However, there were challenges,...
Type: ESMAP PaperReport#: 187195Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Aghababyan, Anna ;
Dobrotková, Zuzana ;
Pargal, Sheoli ;
Pedersen, Anders
The sustainable development goals (SDGs) for water are a greater challenge than the millennium development goals (MDGs) before them. In addition to the addressing the funding gap, existing investments...
Type: BriefReport#: 180352Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Ayling, Sophie Charlotte Emi ;
Cardona, Alejandra Quevedo ;
Joseph, George
Since Cambodia’s first Systematic Country Diagnostic (SCD1), the country’s economy has continued to grow strongly, reduce poverty and boost shared prosperity. Growth continued to be driven largely by factor...
Type: Systematic Country DiagnosticReport#: 187168Date: November 30, 2023Author:
World Bank
The Second Rural Electrification Project in Peru created direct jobs in rural electrification and promoted productive uses of electricity. While it had a positive impact on income and job quality, gender...
Type: ESMAP PaperReport#: 187189Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Aghababyan, Anna ;
Dobrotková, Zuzana ;
Pargal, Sheoli ;
Pedersen, Anders
Rural electrification projects in Malawi generated substantial direct and indirect employment opportunities, particularly in construction and skilled roles. The projects also had an impact on gender disparity...
Type: ESMAP PaperReport#: 187193Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Aghababyan, Anna ;
Dobrotková, Zuzana ;
Pargal, Sheoli ;
Pedersen, Anders
The transition to clean energy can create job opportunities and support economic activity while advancing the global decarbonization agenda. Many aspects of this transition - including investments in renewable...
Type: ESMAP PaperReport#: 187198Date: November 30, 2023Author:
Aghababyan, Anna ;
Lang, Megan Elizabeth ;
Rai, Kavita
This infographic represents that climate variability is already a source of significant economic risk for Kenya and will continue to be so if no actions are taken; and a whole-of-economy approach is paramount...
Type: Country Climate and Development ReportReport#: 186137Date: November 30, 2023Author:
World Bank
Based on global datasets, 4.5 billion people were exposed to extreme weather events (flood, drought, cyclone, or heatwave) in 2019, an increase from 4 billion in 2010. Among exposed people in 2019, 2.3...
Type: Policy Research Working PaperReport#: WPS10619Date: November 29, 2023Author:
Brunckhorst, Ben James ;
Corral Rodas, Paul Andres ;
Doan, Miki Khanh ;
Freije-Rodriguez, Samuel ;
Hallegatte, Stephane ;
Hill, Ruth ;
Naikal, Esther G. ;
Nguyen, Minh
The Committee welcomed the update to the 2021 early-stage assessment and highly appreciated Independent Evaluation Group’s (IEG’s) efforts to offer, in a timely manner, valuable findings and recommendations...
Type: Board ReportReport#: 186616Date: November 29, 2023Author:
World Bank
Reliable and secure data hosting solutions are becoming increasingly important for supporting everyday societal functions, including public management and service delivery. Consequently, investments in...
Type: ReportReport#: 186095Date: November 29, 2023Author:
Ballan, Sara ;
McDonald, Rosie
The document collection focuses on the construction of a consumption aggregate for poverty analysis, as well as the relationship between inequality and economic development. It delves into the methods...
Type: ReportReport#: 191723Date: November 29, 2023Author:
World Bank
With increased urbanization and economic growth, cities across the world must find ways to meet urban mobility demands while ensuring transportation is affordable and emissions that contribute to climate...
Type: ReportReport#: 186091Date: November 29, 2023Author:
World Bank
The Government of Romania (GoR) and the World Bank signed a Reimbursable Advisory Services Agreement (RAS) on Strengthening the Capacity of the General Secretariat of the Government (GSG) to Accelerate...
Type: ReportReport#: 186104Date: November 29, 2023Author:
World Bank
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