Empowering Women to Lead MENA’s Green Revolution
Although the Middle East and North Africa's (MENA) transition to a green economy offers significant growth potential, it also runs the risk of widening already-existing social divides.
How New Funding Models are Fixing Big Problems
In the Arab world, giving is evolving from straightforward, one-time gestures to a more intelligent, structured system. Large organizations are now developing long-term plans to help with jobs, healthcare, and education in place of individual acts of kindness.
Israel Suspends Major Help Groups in Gaza
Israel suspended 37 well-known humanitarian organisations, including Oxfam, the International Rescue Committee, and Doctors Without Borders (MSF), as of January 1. A disagreement over new staff vetting regulations led to the action.
One Year into Syria’s Political Transition, Public Opinion Reveals Deep Divisions
One year after the launch of Syria’s political transition, a new nationwide survey by ETANA Syria paints a picture of a society still deeply divided along sectarian and regional lines.
US Pledges $2 Billion for UN “Humanitarian Reset
A new initiative known as the "Humanitarian Reset" was unveiled by the Trump administration, which also pledged to provide $2 billion to support the UN.
Jordan Launches Higher Education Initiative to Boost Youth Employability
Jordan has launched the Higher Education for Innovation and Growth activity to transform universities into engines for economic development
EBRD Invests $100 Million in National Bank of Iraq to Boost Trade
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has launched its first-ever project in Iraq by partnering with the National Bank of Iraq (NBI). This agreement is worth $100 million in total.
CIB Foundation Funds 33 Million EGP Surgery Center and Burn Care
The CIB Foundation is transforming specialized healthcare in Egypt through two high-impact partnerships. The two projects introduced modern medical technology and much-needed financial resources to children in need in Egypt, focusing on neurosurgery in upper Egypt and burn services throughout the country.
KfW and World Bank Invest €500M+ in Morocco’s Sustainable Rail Network
KfW Development Bank and the World Bank have signed a cooperation agreement to modernize Morocco’s public transport system and reduce carbon emissions.
Palestine Ministry of National Economy Grants Over $5 Million to Startups
Nine Palestinian startups officially received new investment grants at the Ministry of National Economy. Minister Mohammad Al-Amour oversaw the signing of these agreements, which were managed by the IPSD II project.
UAE Foundation Launches $500 Million Fund for 10 African Countries
The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity has launched a major new project called the Beginnings Fund. This initiative aims to deploy $500 million over the next five years to help mothers and newborns in Africa
Volleyball Foundation and Generations For Peace Launch Refugee Program in Jordan
The FIVB Volleyball Foundation and Generations For Peace (GFP) announced a new partnership that will lead to the establishment of a major Volleyball Programme in Zarqa, Jordan. This project is designed to support the young refugee population, who are the most affected by the aftermath of displacement