Trump Administration Cuts More Than 90% of USAID Foreign Assistance ContractsThe Trump administration is cutting over 90% of USAID's foreign aid contracts totaling $60 billion, drastically reducing U.S. international assistance.
Other former USAID contractors express shockThe closure of USAID has significant implications for international assistance in health, education, and democracy.
Former ambassador saw positive impact of USAID while abroadUSAID has a significant positive impact on local communities through various programs.
Benjamin Black Weighs Shift in U.S.A.I.D. FundingFormer Goldman Sachs analyst Benjamin Black aims to redirect funding from U.S.A.I.D. towards a pro-market development approach benefiting American interests.
What is USAID, the U.S. Agency for International Development?USAID is under scrutiny as the Trump administration considers restructuring or dissolving it, raising questions about its effectiveness in foreign aid.
Stunned U.S.A.I.D. Workers Return to Clean Out Their DesksThe Trump administration has cut nearly 90% of U.S.A.I.D.'s work, affecting thousands of foreign aid contracts and jobs.
Trump Administration Cuts More Than 90% of USAID Foreign Assistance ContractsThe Trump administration is cutting over 90% of USAID's foreign aid contracts totaling $60 billion, drastically reducing U.S. international assistance.
Other former USAID contractors express shockThe closure of USAID has significant implications for international assistance in health, education, and democracy.
Former ambassador saw positive impact of USAID while abroadUSAID has a significant positive impact on local communities through various programs.
Benjamin Black Weighs Shift in U.S.A.I.D. FundingFormer Goldman Sachs analyst Benjamin Black aims to redirect funding from U.S.A.I.D. towards a pro-market development approach benefiting American interests.
What is USAID, the U.S. Agency for International Development?USAID is under scrutiny as the Trump administration considers restructuring or dissolving it, raising questions about its effectiveness in foreign aid.
Stunned U.S.A.I.D. Workers Return to Clean Out Their DesksThe Trump administration has cut nearly 90% of U.S.A.I.D.'s work, affecting thousands of foreign aid contracts and jobs.
Cross-party group of MPs express deep concern' over cuts to UK's aid budgetCuts to the UK's aid budget threaten to undermine soft power and impact the world's poorest.
One more item on Labour's long to-do list: repair the UK aid budgetThe UK's international development aid has drastically decreased, reaching its lowest level since 2007, amidst growing domestic issues.
Cross-party group of MPs express deep concern' over cuts to UK's aid budgetCuts to the UK's aid budget threaten to undermine soft power and impact the world's poorest.
One more item on Labour's long to-do list: repair the UK aid budgetThe UK's international development aid has drastically decreased, reaching its lowest level since 2007, amidst growing domestic issues.
Keir Starmer faces backbench rebellion over shortsighted' cuts to aid budgetLabour MPs are rebelling against significant cuts to the international development budget to fund increased defense spending.
International aid is as vital as defence spending cutting either undermines British security | Emily DarlingtonInvestment in national defence and international development is crucial for long-term security.Vulnerable populations suffer when funding for health and social projects is withdrawn.China and Russia are exploiting vulnerable nations, destabilizing global democracy.
With the knives out on development spending, have we reached peak aid'? | Nilima Gulrajani and Jessica PudusseryForeign aid spending reached a record high in 2023, yet many wealthy nations plan significant cuts to their assistance budgets.
International aid is as vital as defence spending cutting either undermines British security | Emily DarlingtonInvestment in national defence and international development is crucial for long-term security.Vulnerable populations suffer when funding for health and social projects is withdrawn.China and Russia are exploiting vulnerable nations, destabilizing global democracy.
With the knives out on development spending, have we reached peak aid'? | Nilima Gulrajani and Jessica PudusseryForeign aid spending reached a record high in 2023, yet many wealthy nations plan significant cuts to their assistance budgets.
Dismay as UK poised to cut funding for global vaccination group GaviThe UK plans to reduce aid funding to Gavi, risking lives and vaccination efforts in developing nations.
Trudeau Among Mourners At Aga Khan Memorial Service In LisbonAga Khan IV, spiritual leader of Ismailis, was honored in Lisbon after his passing, highlighting his global impact in philanthropy and development.
Uncertainty in development cooperation due to freezing of USAID funds: It is a racist measure'U.S. funding cuts under Trump's administration threaten international development and vulnerable populations worldwide.
2024: A bleak year for hunger and poverty, with an unexpected ray of hopeThe G20 under Lula's leadership is shifting focus towards hunger and poverty, reviving global cooperation for the Sustainable Development Goals.
Multilateralism faces a toxic brew of debt, climate crisis and war. It's time for a reboot | Mo IbrahimMultilateralism needs a reboot to effectively address global crises like conflicts, pandemics, and climate change.
2024: A bleak year for hunger and poverty, with an unexpected ray of hopeThe G20 under Lula's leadership is shifting focus towards hunger and poverty, reviving global cooperation for the Sustainable Development Goals.
Multilateralism faces a toxic brew of debt, climate crisis and war. It's time for a reboot | Mo IbrahimMultilateralism needs a reboot to effectively address global crises like conflicts, pandemics, and climate change.
World Bank announces record $100bn support for world's poorest countriesThe World Bank raised $24bn to provide loans and grants for 78 countries in need, aiming for a total impact of $100bn.
250,000 Americans Have Served in the Peace Corps - Here's What They AchievedThe U.S. Peace Corps improves perceptions of America abroad through volunteer work in developing countries.
Clifton R. Wharton Jr., Who Broke Racial Barriers, Is Dead at 98Clifton R. Wharton Jr. broke barriers as an African American leader in higher education and international development, emphasizing merit over race.
Bill Gates criticises Budget cut to overseas aidBill Gates criticized the UK government's decision to cut overseas aid, deeming it a disappointing choice for vulnerable populations worldwide.
An eye watering 4.3 billion of taxpayers money has been spent on refugees in the UKOverseas aid diverted for UK refugees reached £4.3 billion last year, with notable increases in spending on in-donor refugee costs.Concerns raised over the significant proportion (30%) of aid being spent on refugee costs in the UK, indicating potential misuse of Overseas Development Aid.
Bill Gates criticises Budget cut to overseas aidBill Gates criticized the UK government's decision to cut overseas aid, deeming it a disappointing choice for vulnerable populations worldwide.
An eye watering 4.3 billion of taxpayers money has been spent on refugees in the UKOverseas aid diverted for UK refugees reached £4.3 billion last year, with notable increases in spending on in-donor refugee costs.Concerns raised over the significant proportion (30%) of aid being spent on refugee costs in the UK, indicating potential misuse of Overseas Development Aid.
Creativity is essential. Here's how it can catalyze social justice.Creativity is essential for societal change and must be embraced as a collaborative force to build a better future.
Google to help export India's Digital Public InfrastructureGoogle Cloud is collaborating with India to promote its Digital Public Infrastructure globally through a 'DPI in a box' initiative.
Brazil led the way, now the UK should get behind the assault on hunger and poverty | Kevin WatkinsUsing G20 to tackle hunger and poverty can give the organization relevance and purpose.
Spending foreign aid budget on refugees in UK wreaking havoc'UK government diverted 4.3bn from overseas aid budget to support refugees in Britain in 2023, causing disruption in development partnerships.27.9% of the total UK aid budget in 2023 spent on housing and food costs for refugees in Britain, creating value for money risks.