The IMF is failing countries like Kenya: why, and what can be done about it
  • Author: The Conversation
  • Date: 2024-07-03 11:53:20

The IMF is failing countries like Kenya: why, and what can be done about it

The tough conditions attached to IMF financing have led the citizens of Kenya and other African countries to conclude that a too powerful IMF is the cause of their problems.

Lamu County wins 2024 Averted Disaster Award for flood, cholera response
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-07-01 20:05:15

Lamu County wins 2024 Averted Disaster Award for flood, cholera response

The World Bank highlighted the crucial role of the Lamu Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) during the severe flooding and cholera outbreak that hit the region between October and December 2023.

Sustainable Development Goals severely off track - World Bank report
  • Author: Alfred Onyango
  • Date: 2024-07-01 17:09:20

Sustainable Development Goals severely off track - World Bank report

SDG 2 which aims to end hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture is the leading in regression.

Lobby asks international lenders to stop loans as Kenya fights debt crisis
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-06-29 11:45:12

Lobby asks international lenders to stop loans as Kenya fights debt crisis

The ICPC has asked the IMF, the World Bank, and other international lenders to immediately stop assisting Kenya pending an audit of the current state of debt.

World Bank's IFC refuses compensation to victims of harm in African schools
  • Author: Erick Kariuki
  • Date: 2024-06-14 08:30:58

World Bank's IFC refuses compensation to victims of harm in African schools

The investigation focused on IFC's oversight of Bridge International Academies regarding systems to prevent and respond to child sexual abuse, as outlined in Sustainability Policy and Performance Standards 1 and 4.

Djibouti minister criticises World Bank port ranking
  • Author: Hanifa Adan
  • Date: 2024-06-08 20:59:20

Djibouti minister criticises World Bank port ranking

The Djibouti government also accused the World Bank of bias in its assessment, calling the ranking unjustified and unacceptable.

Djibouti slams World Bank for ranking its port 379th globally
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-06-07 16:52:36

Djibouti slams World Bank for ranking its port 379th globally

Meanwhile, Kenya's largest port, Mombasa, experienced a decline in its ranking, falling to 328 out of the 348 ports evaluated worldwide.

Kenya to use World Bank loan to make $500 million Eurobond payment this month
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-06-06 23:00:00

Kenya to use World Bank loan to make $500 million Eurobond payment this month

Kenya's economy is estimated to have grown 5.8% in the first quarter of this year, after 2023 growth of 5.6%.

World Bank approves Sh156.3 billion budget support for Kenya
  • Author: Reuters
  • Date: 2024-05-31 19:24:30

World Bank approves Sh156.3 billion budget support for Kenya

The funding package aims to also create a more competitive labour market and strengthen the country's efforts to combat the impact of climate change, the bank said.

African governments trapped in debts over climate change - Ruto
  • Author: John Mbati
  • Date: 2024-05-29 17:07:46

African governments trapped in debts over climate change - Ruto

Ruto highlighted that the frequency of extreme weather events continuously diminishes the resources available for public investment and the provision of critical public goods such as healthcare, education, and other social services.

Museveni chides World Bank, urges audit of intentions behind loans
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-04-30 21:30:38

Museveni chides World Bank, urges audit of intentions behind loans

Museveni accused the bank of emphasising profit-driven agendas and prioritising loans for seminars at the expense of Africa's development.

World Bank estimates damage to Gaza critical infrastructure at $18.5 bn
  • Author: AFP
  • Date: 2024-04-05 21:44:41

World Bank estimates damage to Gaza critical infrastructure at $18.5 bn

The Israeli military's heavy aerial bombardment in the aftermath of the attack, and its ongoing ground operations inside Gaza, have reduced many areas of the territory to rubble.

World Bank report highlights widening gender gap in African workplace
  • Author: Rading Biko
  • Date: 2024-03-05 23:40:28

World Bank report highlights widening gender gap in African workplace

However, the report places Togo as the only country that has enacted legislation that supports women.

Climate change could worsen poverty in Ethiopia, World Bank warns
  • Author: Mwangi Maina
  • Date: 2024-03-05 13:48:49

Climate change could worsen poverty in Ethiopia, World Bank warns

The report underlines the critical need for reforms to keep an additional 3.7 million Ethiopians from sliding into poverty over the next 25 years.

Sh16bn World Bank project promises to revamp pastoral economy
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-02-15 17:17:27

Sh16bn World Bank project promises to revamp pastoral economy

The funds will cushion Northern counties against the risks of drought, and facilitate livestock trade as well as the stablishment of slaughterhouses for meat production and processing.

Kenya will be able to repay $2 billion eurobond, CBK says
  • Author: Agency
  • Date: 2024-02-08 11:40:56

Kenya will be able to repay $2 billion eurobond, CBK says

Central Bank of Kenya Governor Kamau Thugge had acknowledged concerns about the country's ability to repay the 10-year Eurobond when it matures in June.

ASALs PS Kello weighs in on implementation of World Bank project in three counties
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-02-07 20:29:57

ASALs PS Kello weighs in on implementation of World Bank project in three counties

He emphasized the importance of conducting public participation before the implementation of any project.

World Bank boss denies claims of sexual abuse coverup at Bridge schools in Kenya
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-02-07 14:38:49

World Bank boss denies claims of sexual abuse coverup at Bridge schools in Kenya

Though the investment was made before Banga's appointment to the helm of the global Bank, the onus is on him to take action to tighten its members' accountability efforts in their future operations.

State plans special dollar bond for Kenyans in diaspora
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-02-04 15:39:25

State plans special dollar bond for Kenyans in diaspora

Kenyans abroad send more than Sh650 billion back home annually, according to estimates by World Bank's Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA).

Flood victims in 8 counties to get Sh1.54 billion IMF support
  • Author: Ibrahim Omar
  • Date: 2024-01-24 17:18:31

Flood victims in 8 counties to get Sh1.54 billion IMF support

The money, under the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP), is for the arid and semi-arid counties of Turkana, Wajir, Mandera, Marsabit, Garissa, Tana River, Isiolo and Samburu.

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