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A quiet overhaul in credit rating methodologies is dramatically expanding the lending power of MDBs. Here’s what this shift shows about how private rating agencies set the limits of global development finance -- and why a more transparent framework is urgently needed. The post How credit rating agencies are reshaping global development finance appeared first on Development Matters.
With development budgets under increasing pressure, AI offers a way to generate timely, reliable evidence to support decision making. Here’s what policy makers should know about the opportunities — and responsibilities — of using AI in development evaluation. The post AI for development evaluation: Unlocking better, faster, fairer evidence appeared first on Development Matters.
Nearly 80% of the world’s poor live in areas exposed to climate hazards. More than half face several climate hazards at once. This underscores an unavoidable truth: ending poverty and addressing climate change are inseparable goals that must be tackled together. The post Why fighting poverty means tackling climate change head-on appeared first on Development Matters.
Development partners adopted a “get it done” attitude in response to Covid-19. Countries and philanthropies mobilised USD 126 billion, with major vaccine support going to the least developed countries and Africa. But a new OECD report shows that these efforts didn't reach all their goals. What lessons should partners draw from this crisis to improve preparedness for the next one? The post What we learned from COVID-19 appeared first on Development Matters.
Can Special Economic Zones deliver on their promise of structural transformation for Africa? A new study shows that while they have not always lived up to expectations, they are evolving — and could become powerful tools for inclusive growth on the continent. The post A new start for Africa’s Special Economic Zones? appeared first on Development Matters.
Frontier economies are hard to invest in but hold big potential. With the right approach, DFIs can unlock both growth and profits in these markets. Here are six lessons for policy makers. The post Investing in frontier markets: What DFIs need to know appeared first on Development Matters.
This July, the fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference highlighted the importance of empowering women to lead Ukraine’s reconstruction. But translating this into real-world achievements requires investment and political will. Here are three priorities for development partners. The post Women in Ukraine’s Reconstruction: Policy Priorities after URC2025 appeared first on Development Matters.
Catalytic technical assistance can improve the underlying market conditions for private investment in sustainable development. The post How catalytic technical assistance can help unlock development finance appeared first on Development Matters.
