Development
Bangladesh Faces Declining Foreign Investment and Growth
Bangladesh experienced a sharp 28% decline in net foreign direct investment during the first half of 2026, with fresh equity investment falling nearly 5% year-over-year. The IMF, World Bank, and Asian Development Bank have all lowered the country's growth outlook.
Developers Embrace AI but Demand Source Attribution
A Stack Overflow survey found developers heavily using AI tools while insisting on proper source attribution. Seventy-nine percent of respondents prioritised knowing where AI training data originated.
World Bank mobilizes billions in Egypt development
The World Bank Group channeled $6.7 billion in private capital to Egypt since 2022, financing renewable energy, port infrastructure, housing and entrepreneurship projects. The investment reflects confidence in the nation's economic reform trajectory.
Nigerian Firms Face Strategic Polycrisis Vulnerabilities
Analysis shows Nigerian companies demonstrate tactical resilience but face strategic vulnerability amid multiple concurrent crises. Gaps in technology adoption, talent development, and leadership hinder long-term competitiveness.
Poland's Mega Infrastructure Projects Face Delays
Poland's largest investment projects, including the Port Polska and nuclear power facility, are experiencing setbacks as the country faces geopolitical challenges and prioritizes defense spending.
Sustainability Leaders Convene in Lagos for Development Goals
The Sustainability Table Discourse Series is marking its tenth anniversary with a conference in Lagos focused on delivering sustainable development goals by 2030, featuring the Emir of Kano as keynote speaker.