Watchdog to DfID: Simplify systems, talk failure and learn better
The U.K.'s huge investment in research and evaluation produces a wealth of information, but the government could do more to to learn from it and adapt its foreign aid projects. How? A Devex analysis.
IFC 'refocusing' through internal reorganization
By Paul StephensThe private sector arm of the World Bank Group has announced a series of internal reorganizations intended to make it more streamlined. A Devex exclusive.
Civil society concerns as global partnerships meeting ends in Mexico
By Adva SaldingerMasked civil society representatives took the stage briefly on Wednesday at the closing plenary of the Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation’s first high-level meeting, which focused on the role of the private sector in development.
Drug-resistant parasites threaten global anti-malaria crusade — WHO
By Lean Alfred SantosThe global struggle against malaria is being threatened by drug-resistant parasites. Ahead of World Malaria Day next week, an official from the World Health Organization discusses this new strain of the disease and ways to address the problem.
Daniel Yohannes: MCC model works, but reforms are needed
By Carlos SantamariaHow can the Millennium Challenge Corp. tweak its way of doing business? Daniel Yohannes, the outgoing CEO, explains in this exclusive Devex video.
Contractors want to be consulted on US security clearance review
By Michael IgoeAs the U.S. government reforms its security clearance system, contractors — among them those implementing international development programs — want to be consulted on the changes. An official from the Office of Management and Budget met with them on Tuesday to discuss the ongoing review process.
DfID refocuses attention on building local capacity in emergency response
By Jenny Lei RaveloU.K. aid chief Justine Greening wants to encourage CSOs to innovate on disaster planning and preparedness. Where will DfID and its partners pilot the program, and which organizations are expected to deliver them? We find out.
Inside Development
Watchdog to DfID: Simplify systems, talk failure and learn better
The U.K.'s huge investment in research and evaluation produces a wealth of information, but the government could do more to to learn from it and adapt its foreign aid projects. How? A Devex analysis.
Global Views
Israel's vision to become the world's 'development startup nation'
Through its entrepreneurial spirit and startup success, Israel wants to become a source of innovative solutions for the developing world. The organizers of a recent conference for social entrepreneurs explain why in this guest commentary.
