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 ...

In the months before I joined the World Bank Group in June 2023, three truths emerged clearly from conversations with shareholders, clients, private sector leaders, philanthropies, and others.

A Billion is the World Bank Group’s ambition to enable a billion people to use broadband internet and digitally enabled ...

The quarterly Small States newsletter highlights the WBG's work in Small States, including new resources and research, stories of impact, and more.

BANGKOK, October 12, 2026 The World Bank Group today launched its Philanthropy Hub, a new platform to deepen collaboration with philanthropic organizations and other partners.

In fiscal year 2026, the World Bank Group is helping mobilize up to $5.79 billion in private financing to address these ...

The Macro Poverty Outlook (MPO) analyzes macroeconomic and poverty developments in 47 developing countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. The report is released twice annually for the Spring and Annual ...

Developing economies in the region continue to show resilience due to reduced energy intensity, stepped-up government policies, and robust domestic demand. To increase productivity and help offset a ...

Building the foundations for an AI-ready economy can contribute to turning Africa’s growth into more jobs and better opportunities for the region's rapidly growing labor force. Sub-Saharan Africa’s ...

The community crèches initiative in Brazzaville, managed by trained women such as Jocelyne, provides affordable childcare in working-class neighborhoods. This service helps mothers manage both ...

Explore how the World Bank Group is helping countries turn mineral wealth into jobs, industries, infrastructure, and lasting economic opportunity.

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 ...