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Despite 15 endemic neglected tropical diseases and millions of people at risk, Tanzania refuses to be overshadowed by disease. As funding dries up, the country is taking elimination efforts into its own hands.
From burden to blueprint: How Tanzania is paving the way for NTD elimination
From burden to blueprint: How Tanzania is paving the way for NTD elimination
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November 29, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Despite 15 endemic neglected tropical diseases and millions of people at risk, Tanzania refuses to be overshadowed by disease. As funding dries up, the country is taking elimination efforts into its own hands.
Despite tighter budgets and a withdrawn U.S. pledge, the Green Climate Fund posted record approvals and is planning its next phase of reform.
Green Climate Fund hits record $3.26B in project finance for 2025
Green Climate Fund hits record $3.26B in project finance for 2025
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November 29, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Despite tighter budgets and a withdrawn U.S. pledge, the Green Climate Fund posted record approvals and is planning its next phase of reform.
This week, experts offer guidance for those looking to pivot into philanthropy; the top organizations that emerged from our job board analysis of Africa; featured new job leads; and more.
Devex Career Hub: How to land your first role in philanthropy
Devex Career Hub: How to land your first role in philanthropy
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November 29, 2025 at 7:58 AM
This week, experts offer guidance for those looking to pivot into philanthropy; the top organizations that emerged from our job board analysis of Africa; featured new job leads; and more.
A heralded fund to help vulnerable nations cope with the worst effects of climate change is now a reality, with its first official call for proposals set to open later this year.
Inside the loss and damage fund’s first year — and what comes next
Inside the loss and damage fund’s first year — and what comes next
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November 29, 2025 at 5:47 AM
A heralded fund to help vulnerable nations cope with the worst effects of climate change is now a reality, with its first official call for proposals set to open later this year.
After over 3,000 years of battling the world’s leading infectious cause of avoidable blindness, Egypt has successfully eliminated the disease, offering hope to the 100 million people still at risk around the world.
Egypt triumphs over centuries-old fight against trachoma
Egypt triumphs over centuries-old fight against trachoma
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November 29, 2025 at 3:50 AM
After over 3,000 years of battling the world’s leading infectious cause of avoidable blindness, Egypt has successfully eliminated the disease, offering hope to the 100 million people still at risk around the world.
Digital public infrastructure, or DPI, will be key to advancing global development, but a new Devex survey finds familiarity with it is mixed.
The critical but not well-understood technology underpinning daily life
The critical but not well-understood technology underpinning daily life
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November 29, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Digital public infrastructure, or DPI, will be key to advancing global development, but a new Devex survey finds familiarity with it is mixed.
African Christian faith leaders gathered in Nairobi this week. While the U.S. State Department said it will leverage faith-based organizations in its new approach to global health, there’s concern over whether African governments will funnel money to them.
State Dept taps African faith groups for bilateral health deal consults
State Dept taps African faith groups for bilateral health deal consults
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November 29, 2025 at 12:03 AM
African Christian faith leaders gathered in Nairobi this week. While the U.S. State Department said it will leverage faith-based organizations in its new approach to global health, there’s concern over whether African governments will funnel money to them.
Opinion: As Fiji’s epidemic surges tenfold, we need urgent action — scale up proven tools, embed care in primary health, and end stigma.
HIV is not over in Asia-Pacific: A wake-up call from Fiji
HIV is not over in Asia-Pacific: A wake-up call from Fiji
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November 28, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Opinion: As Fiji’s epidemic surges tenfold, we need urgent action — scale up proven tools, embed care in primary health, and end stigma.
Can the U.K.’s aid system, built for big international delivery chains, actually deliver on its promises of localization and gender leadership in a place such as Sudan?
Are UK aid commitments to equality and localization failing in Sudan?
Are UK aid commitments to equality and localization failing in Sudan?
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November 28, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Can the U.K.’s aid system, built for big international delivery chains, actually deliver on its promises of localization and gender leadership in a place such as Sudan?
We take a look at the top employers across Africa based on hiring activity in 2025.
The top global development hubs hiring in Africa in 2025
The top global development hubs hiring in Africa in 2025
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November 28, 2025 at 7:04 PM
We take a look at the top employers across Africa based on hiring activity in 2025.
Ani Dasgupta spoke to Devex Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar for a Pro Briefing in the wake of COP30.
Why the head of WRI is optimistic about the climate fight
Why the head of WRI is optimistic about the climate fight
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November 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Ani Dasgupta spoke to Devex Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar for a Pro Briefing in the wake of COP30.
Building robust digital public infrastructure, or DPI, remains a significant challenge globally, yet Devex survey respondents believe that AI has the potential to turbocharge progress.
Explore sustainable solutions for #DPI development 👇
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Explore sustainable solutions for #DPI development 👇
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November 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Building robust digital public infrastructure, or DPI, remains a significant challenge globally, yet Devex survey respondents believe that AI has the potential to turbocharge progress.
Explore sustainable solutions for #DPI development 👇
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Explore sustainable solutions for #DPI development 👇
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Is it possible for foreign aid to successfully combine generosity with a country's own economic and security interests? Plus, the "magical" insect that could help battle malnutrition.
Devex Newswire: Former USAID chief sees promise in Trump's aid rethink
Devex Newswire: Former USAID chief sees promise in Trump's aid rethink
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November 28, 2025 at 12:36 PM
Is it possible for foreign aid to successfully combine generosity with a country's own economic and security interests? Plus, the "magical" insect that could help battle malnutrition.
Luan Prinsloo, global talent acquisition manager at World Vision, shares how development job seekers can use artificial intelligence to support their job search and how over-reliance on these tools can harm a candidate's chances.
How to use AI in your job search and what mistakes to avoid
How to use AI in your job search and what mistakes to avoid
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November 28, 2025 at 12:07 PM
Luan Prinsloo, global talent acquisition manager at World Vision, shares how development job seekers can use artificial intelligence to support their job search and how over-reliance on these tools can harm a candidate's chances.
The black soldier fly is considered delicious and nutritious. Researchers hope the flies can help reduce malnutrition and pressure on forests, as well as improve access to affordable organic fertilizers.
Can a ‘magical’ insect help Madagascar battle malnutrition, deforestation?
Can a ‘magical’ insect help Madagascar battle malnutrition, deforestation?
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November 28, 2025 at 7:41 AM
The black soldier fly is considered delicious and nutritious. Researchers hope the flies can help reduce malnutrition and pressure on forests, as well as improve access to affordable organic fertilizers.
As climate change drives a devastating plant disease into new regions, a new potato variety developed in Peru gives farmers an option that reduces losses and cuts costs.
Hot potato: How a new blight-resistant variety is boosting food security
Hot potato: How a new blight-resistant variety is boosting food security
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November 28, 2025 at 3:19 AM
As climate change drives a devastating plant disease into new regions, a new potato variety developed in Peru gives farmers an option that reduces losses and cuts costs.
A new coalition of 35 funders is backing efforts to scale solutions on extreme heat, air pollution, and climate-driven disease — and strengthen climate-resilient health systems.
Philanthropies commit $300M for climate-health solutions at COP30
Philanthropies commit $300M for climate-health solutions at COP30
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November 28, 2025 at 12:20 AM
A new coalition of 35 funders is backing efforts to scale solutions on extreme heat, air pollution, and climate-driven disease — and strengthen climate-resilient health systems.
For the latest episode of our podcast series, Devex Business Editor David Ainsworth sits down with reporters Colum Lynch and Elissa Miolene to discuss this week’s top global development stories.
G20 politics, and the future of UNHCR
G20 politics, and the future of UNHCR
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November 27, 2025 at 9:34 PM
For the latest episode of our podcast series, Devex Business Editor David Ainsworth sits down with reporters Colum Lynch and Elissa Miolene to discuss this week’s top global development stories.
With COP30 ongoing this week, here is everything you need to know about salary information for climate-focused jobs.
What you can expect to earn from climate jobs
What you can expect to earn from climate jobs
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November 27, 2025 at 7:33 PM
With COP30 ongoing this week, here is everything you need to know about salary information for climate-focused jobs.
Ozempic generics are about the enter the market, but experts are concerned about how that will affect diabetes patients in LMICs. Plus, the U.S. makes a surprise pledge to the Global Fund, and South African women protest gender violence.
Devex CheckUp: Ozempic generics — promises galore, pitfalls aplenty
Devex CheckUp: Ozempic generics — promises galore, pitfalls aplenty
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November 27, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Ozempic generics are about the enter the market, but experts are concerned about how that will affect diabetes patients in LMICs. Plus, the U.S. makes a surprise pledge to the Global Fund, and South African women protest gender violence.
Analysts expect an 80% drop in prices once semaglutide goes generic. But experts warn that booming demand in wealthy countries may leave diabetes patients in low- and middle-income countries behind.
Ozempic generics are coming. But will low-income countries benefit?
Ozempic generics are coming. But will low-income countries benefit?
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November 27, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Analysts expect an 80% drop in prices once semaglutide goes generic. But experts warn that booming demand in wealthy countries may leave diabetes patients in low- and middle-income countries behind.
In this first edition of the Devex Insights Brief, we explore how robust and equitable digital public infrastructure, or DPI, can support daily living and long-term development goals.
Explore sustainable solutions for DPI development 👇
dvx.cm/ByTheNumbers-DPI
Explore sustainable solutions for DPI development 👇
dvx.cm/ByTheNumbers-DPI
November 27, 2025 at 3:01 PM
In this first edition of the Devex Insights Brief, we explore how robust and equitable digital public infrastructure, or DPI, can support daily living and long-term development goals.
Explore sustainable solutions for DPI development 👇
dvx.cm/ByTheNumbers-DPI
Explore sustainable solutions for DPI development 👇
dvx.cm/ByTheNumbers-DPI
Opinion: The South African G20 presidency secured a full consensus declaration that put Africa center stage despite U.S. opposition. The real task is maintaining this crucial momentum for sustainable development.
South Africa pulled off a G20 diplomatic feat. Will it serve development?
South Africa pulled off a G20 diplomatic feat. Will it serve development?
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November 27, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Opinion: The South African G20 presidency secured a full consensus declaration that put Africa center stage despite U.S. opposition. The real task is maintaining this crucial momentum for sustainable development.
With the aid sector experiencing layoffs, a growing number of professionals are pivoting toward philanthropy. We give tips on how to land a job in philanthropy. Plus, is China the next aid superpower?
Devex Newswire: Philanthropy opens its doors as aid workers seek new paths
Devex Newswire: Philanthropy opens its doors as aid workers seek new paths
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November 27, 2025 at 1:19 PM
With the aid sector experiencing layoffs, a growing number of professionals are pivoting toward philanthropy. We give tips on how to land a job in philanthropy. Plus, is China the next aid superpower?
As people look to the philanthropy sector as a space where jobs around social good might still be found, Devex asks the experts about how to secure that first philanthropic position.
How to get your first job in philanthropy
How to get your first job in philanthropy
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November 27, 2025 at 11:54 AM
As people look to the philanthropy sector as a space where jobs around social good might still be found, Devex asks the experts about how to secure that first philanthropic position.