We have a jam-packed edition this weekend, starting with one of our favorite agencies to scrutinize (and I’m sure they just love our constant scrutiny): USAID. Apparently, there were some internal doubts about whether U.S. President Joe Biden’s much-maligned maritime pier would be the best way to get humanitarian aid into Gaza — doubts I’m sure many NGOs and advocates shared.
Also, Nigeria loses a few jets … to the Chinese; Kristalina Georgieva gets a new deputy managing director; the Brits get stingy; the World Bank tangles with Elon Musk’s X; and Tedros cooks up a storm.
I’m filling in for Jessica Abrahams this week, and my colleague David Ainsworth will be taking on the following edition before Jess returns from a well-deserved break. Once she’s back, we’ll celebrate by rolling out a redesigned and refreshed Weekender — so break out the champagne (or mimosas, if you’re indulging in a traditional American Sunday brunch) and stay tuned!