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MDB climate finance reaches record levels as support for developing countries grows

Multilateral development banks (MDBs) provided record levels of climate finance in 2025, increasing support for climate resilience, clean energy and sustainable development as countries grapple with the growing impacts of climate change.

AfDB approves $344 million loan to support Kenya reforms

The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a $344 million loan for Kenya to support the second phase of the Economic Inclusion and Green Recovery Support Programme (EIGRSP II), reinforcing the institution’s long-standing partnership with the country.

MSF warns of migrant healthcare crisis

Doctors Without Borders

SADC Ministers meet on energy, water talks

SADC strengthening regional energy security and improving water scarcity resources

Cabo Verde growth remains strong as World Bank calls for better inter-island connectivity

Cabo Verde’s economy continued to perform strongly in 2025, with real gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by 6.3%, supported by record tourism arrivals, rising private consumption and improved fiscal performance, according to the World Bank’s latest Economic Update 2026.

SA migration challenges require policy solutions, not scapegoating: Researcher

A Migration Researcher has warned that South Africa’s (SA) growing displacement crisis involving foreign nationals is exposing serious gaps in government planning, humanitarian support and immigration management.