Tag: World Bank
Stakeholders decry multiple levies threatening FGN’s fibre optic project
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Nigeria’s planned 90,000-kilometer fibre project would not be successful unless the state government were prepared to assume responsibility…
World Bank Funds Nigeria’s ID4D with $45.5M
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The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has received $45.5 million from the World Bank thus far as part…
Fintechs pioneering financial inclusion in Nigeria, says World Bank report
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A new report by the World Bank highlights the pivotal role fintech companies play in bridging Nigeria’s financial…
World Bank Funds Ghana $250 Million and Nigeria $2.25 Billion
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The World Bank has granted a $250 Million loan from the International Development Association (IDA) for the Ghana Financial…
Ghana ranks 8th in World Bank, Africa Infrastructure Investment Index
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The World Bank Private Participation in Infrastructure (PPI) 2023 Annual Report says Ghana ranked eighth in Africa for…
Nigeria, World Bank to Raise $3 Billion for Broadband Infrastructure
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Nigeria’s broadband infrastructure has been identified as a critical component for economic development and societal progress. Recognizing this,…
Ghana secures funds for climate initiatives at IMF/WBG
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Ghana has successfully secured vital financial support for its climate adaptation and mitigation efforts during the 2023 International…
World Bank begins energy centre at UNN, Nsukka
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The construction of the World Bank-funded Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACE-SPED) has…
World Bank blames Lagos building collapses on poor regulation
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According to the World Bank, the frequent collapse of buildings in the state of Lagos is caused by…
10 Southern African fintech startups secure funding from World Bank
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As part of a competition backed by the World Bank, ten young Fintech businesses based in South Africa…