Internet Governance Forum promotes inclusive digital future for all
Leveraging the power of the Internet while tackling the risks of cyberspace is the focus of a UN meeting underway in Katowice, Poland, this...
Plastics in soil threaten food security, health, and environment
Plastic pollution has become pervasive in agricultural soils, according to a new report released on Tuesday by the UN agriculture agency, posing a threat...
WHO: Omicron could have ‘major impact’, but no definitive answers yet
Features of the new COVID-19 variant Omicron, including the extent to which it will spread, and the sheer number of mutations, suggest that it could have a major impact on the course of...
Most workers support vaccine and mask mandates for the workplace
According to a new survey, there is widespread support among workers across the world for workplace COVID-control mandates. On average, about three in four...
Report Underlines Reforms to Support Fiscal Federalism, Green Growth in Nepal
Nepal has made significant strides in implementing fiscal federalism while key reforms are needed to support fiscal sustainability and Nepal’s transition towards green, resilient,...
Philippines: Boosting Private Sector Growth Can Strengthen Recovery, Create More Jobs
Rebounding from a deep contraction in 2020, the Philippine economy is forecast to grow 5.3 percent this year before accelerating to an average of...
World Bank Supports Cabo Verde to Build a Sustainable and Equitable Recovery
The World Bank approved a $30 million Development Policy Financing Operation on December 6 to support the Government’s efforts to strengthen policies for a...
Sahel Leaders Commit to Ambitious Reforms to Support Access to Quality Education
The summit on education in the Sahel under the theme of "Shaping the Sahel’s future in today’s schools," just concluded today. The summit brought...
5 Resume Website Mistakes to Avoid
First impressions are crucial, and a poorly designed personal website can put employers off. Sadly, too many candidates fall prey to pitfalls like information...
Excess salt in soils puts food security at risk
Improper water management, including insufficient supply and poor quality drainage systems, are contributing to excessive soil salinization – a problem that threatens global food...