2.3 BILLION LACK BASIC HANDWASHING FACILITIES
Although handwashing with soap is critical in the fight against infectious diseases, including COVID-19, globally around 3 in 10 people – or 2.3 billion – do not have handwashing facilities…
BANGLADESH – CLIMATE CHANGE IS AFFECTING HEALTH
In Bangladesh, climate change is leading to an increase in the spread of infectious diseases and affecting the mental health of people, says a new World Bank Report. The Climate Afflictions…
STRENGTHENING CLIMATE RESILIENCE IN SRI LANKA
The Government of Sri Lanka and the World Bank have signed a $92 million financing agreement for the Climate Resilience Multi-Phased Program Phase I Project. This project is expected to benefit…
EXPANDING WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION COVERAGE IN SRI LANKA
The Government of Sri Lanka and the World Bank have signed a $40 million additional financing for the ongoing Water Supply and Sanitation Improvement Project (WaSSIP), to increase access to the…
NEW COLLABORATION TO FIGHT PLASTIC POLLUTION IN SRI LANKAN RIVERS
With new research showing the major role that rivers play in bringing plastic pollution to the oceans, countries are looking for ways to tackle the root causes of the problem in their…
FUNDING GEOTHERMAL ENERGY EXPLORATION IN SAINT LUCIA
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved US$21.9 million for the Renewable Energy Sector Development Project for Saint Lucia. This grant financing will help the Government of Saint Lucia assess…
UGANDA JOINS CLEAN SEAS CAMPAIGN TO REDUCE PLASTIC POLLUTION
Uganda has joined the Clean Seas Campaign, demonstrating the country’s commitment to curbing the flow of marine litter and plastic waste entering lakes, rivers, and the ocean. The Clean Seas Campaign,…