Stories

Nov 4, 2019

New Policies Redefine “Women’s Work” in Solomon Islands

The Wake Mere program demonstrates that businesses can spur culture-wide change on gender issues.

Sep 26, 2019

Cocoa Cooperatives—and their Farmers—Get a Fresh Start

Training and a digital payment system are helping co-ops in Côte d’Ivoire become more profitable and sustainable.

Sep 12, 2018

“Future Change Agents” Shape Governance in the West Bank

A decade-long project supported by IFC is helping Palestinians improve businesses’ performance and resilience.

Aug 10, 2018

300 Days of Sunshine Light Up Papua New Guinea’s Future

The Lighting Papua New Guinea program has brought solar energy to one-fifth of the country’s population.

Jun 4, 2018

Raisins Feed Afghanistan’s Export Market

A new processing plant is expected to revitalize the Afghan raisin industry, increasing yields and incomes for thousands of smallholder farmers.

Apr 26, 2018

A Lebanese Library Tells an Eco-Friendly Story

IFC’s investment in green bonds helps sustainable and energy-efficient projects like this library in Lebanon get off the ground.

Mar 27, 2018

As Côte d’Ivoire powers up, so do its business opportunities

Côte d’Ivoire today enjoys one of Africa’s highest electrification rates, thanks to the expansion of the CIPREL and Azito power plants.

Mar 14, 2018

Solar Power Reboots Gaza’s Business Potential

The largest solar array in the West Bank and Gaza will help manufacturers ramp up production and create jobs.

Mar 7, 2018

Good Food Grows Good Business in Lebanon

A woman entrepreneur’s taste for healthy food nourishes a new venture.

Feb 24, 2017

A Power Surge Helps Recharge Iraq’s Future