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What does knowledge mean in an age of AI, deepfakes, and disinformation? When information is everywhere, the real challenge is distinguishing insight from noise.In this episode of the Development Podcast, host Toni Karasanyi explores how knowledge is evolving in a world where machines can generate convincing arguments and personalized realities shape how we consume information.Tech journalist Jamie Bartlett, author of How to Talk to AI (And How Not To), explains how individuals can use AI tools without being misled — and why critical thinking matters more than ever.Paschal Donohoe, the World Bank Group’s Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer, discusses how the Bank is turning more than 80 years of global development experience into practical knowledge that helps countries tackle challenges, including creating jobs and scale solutions in a fast-changing world.Timestamps[00:00] Is knowledge still power?[03:10] How AI can alter our understanding of the world[10:24] How we can use Large Language Models (LLMs) better[13:32] Why results and evidence matter[18:52] The future of AI in development

In development, big wins come from working together — building trust, sharing expertise, and bringing the right partners to the table.In this episode of The Development Podcast, we explore why partnerships matter — from the teamwork and great duos we see in sport, to the coalitions needed to deliver results at scale.We look at potential from a partnership with Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University (AAMU) — a Historically Black College or University (HBCU) and an 1890 land-grant institution with a long tradition of practical, community-focused problem-solving — and how AAMU’s expertise can connect to global development priorities, including Mission 300 and AgriConnect.Join us as we hear from: Ambassador Roya Rahmani, Director, Global Engagement, World Bank Group; Dr. Daniel K. Wims, President, Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University; Ajay Banga, President, World Bank Group; and S.L. Price, sports journalist and author of The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse.Timestamps[00:00] Every great team, every unforgettable moment, starts with partnership[00:50] S.L. Price, sports journalist on why partnerships matter in sport[05:30] Some recent partnerships in health and energy[07:34] Partnerships with academia and the legacy of HBCUs[12:52] What Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University could bring to Mission 300[18:04] Why agriculture matters and the potential of partnerships for AgriConnect

This year countries grappled with a cascade of shocks and economic turbulence, from ongoing conflicts and economic uncertainty to catastrophic weather that tested communities. Yet in the face of these challenges, nations proved far more resilient and adaptive than predicted.In this episode of The Development Podcast, we look back at what shaped 2025 and look ahead to 2026 and beyond. As the global landscape rapidly shifts, we explore how Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) are adapting and how different parts of the World Bank Group, including the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), are working as one to maximize our development impact.Join us for insights on these issues and more from Anna Bjerde, the World Bank's Managing Director of Operations and Raj Kumar, the founding President and Editor-in-Chief of Devex.Timestamps[00:00] Challenges and takeaways from 2025[06:11] How development organizations are evolving and adapting[12:27] What can we expect from 2026?[16:26] Wish for the next year[17:30] 2025 through the eyes of a Kenyan farmerTo learn more about the World Bank Group’s work check out: How to Drive Intelligent Outcomes in an Age of AI

Job creation is the north star for the World Bank Group. But how can we go about it in a way that has a truly catalytic impact? Impact in the sense of generating large numbers of jobs in a sustained way. The answer is to build ecosystems, where all elements interact and support each other. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we get into the nuts and bolts of building jobs ecosystems. We unpack AgriConnect, a new initiative to transform small-scale farming into an engine of sustainable growth, jobs, and food security, and we discuss how technical innovations including “small-AI” can help make this vision a reality. Join us as we hear from: Ajay Banga, President, World Bank Group; Bosun Tijani, Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Nigeria; Rania Al-Mashat, Minister of Planning, Economic Development and International Cooperation, Egypt; Bhaskar Chakravorti, Dean of Global Business, Fletcher School, Tufts University; Nidhi Pant, Co-founder of S4S Technologies; Chege Kirundi, Chairman of Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) Holdings Ltd and Mufasa, poet, actor, writer and teaching artist from KenyaTimestamps[00:00] Building ecosystems around job creation[03:43] Creating jobs through tourism in Egypt[05:53] The role of connectivity in Nigeria[10:19] What is small AI and why does it matter?[15:20] From subsistence to surplus farming[22:19] "Farms do not just feed people they nourish communities" MufasaABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

The world's population growth tells two stories: in many countries populations are aging, while in others, populations are getting younger. Projections show most countries will likely see shrinking populations within the next 25 years due to historically low fertility rates.But the African continent is bucking this trend. It has the potential to benefit from a demographic dividend: an opportunity for rapid economic growth driven by a large, youthful population. But that is with the right combination of policies and technical support).In this episode of The Development Podcast, we get to grips with what the data tell us, and what this means for development.Join us as we hear from: Craig Hammer, Manager, Office of the Chief Statistician & Development Data Group, World Bank Group, Sarah Hague, Regional Advisor Social Policy, East and Southern Africa, UNICEF, Juyoung Yang, Economist, Department of Macroeconomic and Financial Policies, Korea Development Institute, Katia Osei, Head of Environmental Justice, The Or Foundation, Ghana.Timestamps[00:00] Welcome: From demographic dividends to sliver tsunamis [02:28] Two stories of demographic changes in Ghana and Korea[08:08] Why do we need data for development?[09:53] The demographic dividend unpacked[14:36] Missing data in development[16:27] How the World Bank Group and UNICEF are working together on data collection[17:36] What new research on childhood poverty revealsABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

How can energy-efficient light bulbs, bricks, and buildings cut costs and improve energy security? In this episode of The Development Podcast, , we discover that energy efficiency doesn’t just save money—it also drives growth and creates jobs. In 2022 alone, energy efficiency became the largest employer in the energy sector—supporting nearly 11 million jobs—from manufacturing and construction to installation and training. So, what needs to happen for the world to reap the rewards of becoming more energy efficient? Join us as we hear from: Jas Singh, Lead Energy Specialist, World Bank Group, Melanie Slade, Senior Programme Manager, Energy Efficiency in Emerging Economies at the International Energy Agency (IEA), and Nitik Arya, Sauga Bricks Pvt Ltd, India. Timestamps[00:00] Welcome: Wasted energy and why we should become more energy efficient[02:27] Cooler air: The story of a brick manufacturer in India[07:23] How much progress has the world made on energy efficiency[10:48] Air cooling systems[13:32] The invisible powerhouse of economic growth[19:40] Technological developments and the future of energy efficiencyABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

Risk is all around us, an inherent part of life. And in the world of development, there are also risks, including war, civil disturbance and expropriation. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we take a deep dive into the work of MIGA, the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency – home of the new World Bank Group Guarantee Platform. Its work with the private sector gives investors the confidence to build power plants, water treatment plans, hospitals and more, unlocking much-needed capital for development. Join us as we hear from Junaid Kamal Ahmad, MIGA Vice President of Operations, and Maira Lelis, Farmer in Brazil.Timestamps[00:00] Welcome: Introducing World Bank Group's Guarantees[03:46] Guarantees in practice: A project supporting agribusiness in Brazil[07:01] Why guarantees matter in today's development financing landscape[13:45] Reshaping how we approach financing for development[18:26] The impact of development in one village[20:56] How the Guarantee Platform leads to job creationABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

The digital world is developing at a phenomenal pace. From AI tools at our fingertips, to advancements in energy, consumer technology, and connectivity: change is here. Harnessing these changes can unlock prosperity, create jobs, allow access to public services, and accelerate development. But with the digital divide still creating a chasm of connectivity, bridging the gap is an urgent challenge. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we explore how we can ensure that nobody is left behind, and how digital advancements create real-world impact.Featured voicesIdah Pswarayi-Riddihough, Global Director in the Digital Vice Presidency, covering digital use, and the Director of Strategy and Operations.Américo Muchanga, Mozambique’s Minister of Communications and Digital TransformationAnthony Tan, Grab group CEO and co-founderYoumina Machele, student who is using digital tools to accelerate her leaning in MozambiqueTimestamps[00:00] Welcome: the benefits of closing the digital divide[01:39] Grab and the power of the digital economy[06:57] Digital tools in education[09:33] Digital transformation and public service delivery in Mozambique[15:42] How the World Bank Group is supporting digital transformationABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

With 1.2 billion young people in emerging economies reaching working age over the next decade—and only about 420 million jobs expected to be generated—the urgency of finding scalable and sustainable solutions has never been greater.In this episode of The Development Podcast, we hear from one young person about their journey into the world of work and what the World Bank Group is doing to address one of the most urgent issues facing development: how to meet the stable employment aspirations of the developing world's fast-growing youth population.Featured voicesAjay Banga, President, World Bank Group Makhtar Diop, Managing Director, International Finance Corporation Christina Williams, Lawyer and activist Omprakash Shukla, Chairman and founder, Royal Group of Companies Sharon Maithia, Logistics Manager, Royal GroupTimestamps[00:00] Welcome: Jobs, young people and prosperity[03:31] Young voices from Jamaica: Christina Williams, lawyer and activist[12:49] Job creation: Five promising sectors[15:09] Voices from Kenya: Inclusive growth and supply chains[19:48] The role of the private sector in job creationABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

To mark Women’s Month we’re digging into an often overlooked, but critical sector for the global economy, and for many millions of women: Artisanal and Smallscale Mining (ASM).From gold, cobalt, copper and gemstones to salt, gravel and quarry rock: artisanal and small-scale mining) has played an active role in national development and international trade over the decades. But as the demand for clean energy and for consumer technology grows worldwide, the need for the metals and minerals which are used in everything from smartphones to solar panels to electric vehicle batteries - is skyrocketing.In this episode of The Development Podcast we get an insight into the lives of women who work in Artisanal and Smallscale Mining. We hear about the dangers they face, efforts to reform conditions and the wider opportunities to build an inclusive future.Featured voicesDr Rachel Perks, Senior Mining Specialist, World BankBlessing Hungwe-Nharara, Zimbabwe Association of Women in Mining AssociationsSusan Wheeler, Founder of Virtu GemsTimestamps[00:00] Introducing the topic: Mining and women workforce[03:25] Artisanal and small-scale mining: workforce, challenges, energy transition, digital trends[11:13] Trailblazing stories: The case of Blessing Hungwe-Nharara in Zimbabwe[18:33] Gemstones, supply chains, and good practices in the public and private sectors[21:23] The case of Virtu Gem in the jewelry industry[26:37] Creating a sustainable value chain for all: What the World Bank is doingABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

Many of us take turning on a light switch or connecting our devices to a home Wi-Fi network for granted. If our phones need charging, we plug them in, if we want hot water we boil a kettle. These are things we don’t think about, because we don’t have to. But around 600 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa still live without access to electricity.In this episode of The Development Podcast, we look at Mission 300, an ambitious plan from the World Bank Group and partners, which will link 300 million people to electricity by 2030.SpeakersAjay Banga, President, World Bank GroupSamia Suluhu Hassan, President of TanzaniaVictoria Kwakwa, Regional Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa, World Bank GroupAndrew Herscowitz, the CEO of Mission 300 Accelerator, established by Rockefeller Catalytic CapitalHassanein Hiridjee, CEO, Axian GroupKlaartje Schnade, Co-founder, Mwani ZanzibarNora Anyidoho, Ghanian PoetTimestamps[00:00] Introducing the topic: Powering Development in Sub-Saharan Africa[03:33] Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit[06:28] The link between electrification and jobs: Visions of an entrepreneur in Zanzibar[10:50] Achieving the Mission 300 target[14:21] Partnerships are key to achieving the targets set by the Mission 300 plan[20:13] The private sector is a crucial part of the energy puzzle[28:12] Poem from Ghanaian poet, Nora AnyidohoABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

As the world approaches the quarter way point of the 21st century, we take stock of the last year in development and the challenges ahead. And we return to the work of the International Development Association (IDA), in verse. Join us as we hear from Ayhan Kose, Deputy Chief Economist of the World Bank Group and Director of the Prospects Group, and Emi Mahmoud, Poet, activist and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador.Timestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction to the topic[03:45] Global economy and growth despite intertwined challenges[06:47] Eradicating poverty and boosting shared prosperity on a livable planet[11:43] Biggest challenges facing low-income countries[15:32] 2025: Hopes for the next year[21:22] Emi Mahmoud, Sudanese activist spoken word poet and UNHCR Goodwill AmbassadorABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

The International Development Association (IDA) is the part of the World Bank that helps the world’s low-income countries. IDA's grants and low-interest loans help countries invest in their futures, improve lives, and create safer, more prosperous communities around the world. Replenished every three years, IDA’s current round of negotiations is scheduled to conclude in December 2024 in a final pledging meeting in Seoul, Korea.As IDA completes its 21st replenishment, we journey to Korea to hear how the country, which has recently pledged a 45% in its contribution, has gone from recipient to donor. And we’ll learn about some of the development priorities of another donor country, Switzerland. Featured voicesAki Nishio, Vice President of Development Finance at the World Bank Juyoung Yang, Associate Fellow in the Department of Macroeconomics and Financial Policy of the Korea Development Institute Chantal Felder, Head of the Climate, Disaster Risk Reduction and Environment Section, Swiss Agency for Development and cooperation (SDC) Timestamps[00:00] Introducing the International Development Association (IDA)[03:26] Korea's developmental transformation[06:25] Visions from the ground on Korea's economic growth[11:10] How IDA is helping countries to tackle climate change[17:04] International cooperation: Switzerland's commitment to IDA[20:14] Hope on the horizon in a context of polycrisisABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

The International Monetary Fund-World Bank Group 2024 Annual Meetings marked a turn of the page to the next phase of our mission: Ensuring job creation—and employment—are not the byproduct of our projects but an explicit aim of them. In this latest episode of The Development Podcast, we draw on some of the highlights from the Annual Meetings, as well as announcements on creating a new eco-system for agribusiness and boosting economic opportunities for more women. We hear from Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group; Situmbeko Musokotwane, Minister of Finance for Zambia; Mabouba Diagne, Minister for Agriculture, Food and Livestock in Senegal; Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, President and CEO of the ONE Campaign; Sandra Ablamba Johnson, Minister and Secretary General at the Presidency of Togo; Adebayo Olawale Edun, Nigeria’s Minister of Finance; and Raj Kumar, President & Editor-in-Chief at Devex. Timestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[01:33] World Bank's evolution process towards a bigger, better Bank[04:35] Agriculture and food as an engine of sustainable growth and jobs[08:17] Accelerating women’s economic opportunities[11:58] Jobs creation, International Development Association, World Bank Group scorecard[15:03] IDA21 replenishment[17:51] Highlights and announcements[21:04] Cooperation between the Global North and the Global South[23:03] Climate change and COP29ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

As the old saying goes, if you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. But of course, what you measure is important too. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we explore how the World Bank Group aims to strengthen its impact with a slimmed-down and focused scorecard.We’ll hear how the scorecard will better measure and track results, as well as identify areas for improvement. We’ll get to the heart of what it means to measure results, why it matters and how it has gained traction across the development community. We also get snapshots from two projects: one in Mozambique and one in Jordan. Listen now! Featured voicesEd Mountfield, Vice President, Operations Policy and Country Services, World BankLu Shen, Director, Results Management and Aid Effectiveness Division Strategy, Policy, and Partnerships Department, Asian Development BankVoices from development projects in Mozambique and JordanTimestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[01:57] Impact on development projects: Voices from Mozambique and Jordan[06:51] Introducing the World Bank Group scorecard[09:53] Scorecard: Measurement, results, and transparency[14:46] What is impact and why is it important? Targets and SDGs[17:36] Alignment in measuring impact across all the MDBs: The case of the Asian Development BankABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

Creating a world free of poverty on a livable planet has been the vision and mission of the World Bank Group since October 2023. But what does it mean for people and planet? We’ve just wrapped up our series of podcasts exploring these crucial questions, and in this episode we bring you some of the highlights from the last year. We take you on a journey around the world from Samoa to Nepal and hear from youth activists, refugees, entrepreneurs, development partners and leaders from the World Bank Group.Timestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[02:42] Tackling the climate crisis[05:59] How can we better support refugees?[11:01] What is a green job?[14:34] The journey towards gender equality[17:29] Forests: How can we prosper in harmony with nature?[20:15] Visions of a young World Bank staff memberFeatured VoicesAbdullahi Mire, winner of the 2023 UNHCR Nansen Refugee AwardAnna Bjerde, Managing Director of Operations at the World BankAnubha Shukla, Vice President, D2R, Husk PowerCristián Samper, Managing Director and leader of Nature Solutions at Bezos Earth FundGita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director, International Monetary FundInger Anderson, Executive Director, UN Environment Programme Raouf Mazou, Assistant High Commissioner for Operations at UNHCRManoj Sinha, CEO of Husk PowerMaryse Mbonyumutwa, CEO of Pink Mango and Founder of AsantiiNancy Karambo Riungu, a Kenyan entrepreneur and expert tailor working directly with refugeesO’Neall Massamba, Transport Unit - Western and Central Africa, World Bank GroupTulshi Suwal, a Nepalese conservationistValerie Hickey, Global Director of Environment, Natural Resources and Blue Economy, the World BankXavier Devictor, Co-Director of the 2023 World Development ReportABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

Does artificial intelligence amount to a dystopian nightmare for the developing world, eliminating jobs and confirming the worse biases across societies? Or could it lead the way to a brighter future, helping to solve critical development issues? We explore the ways in which artificial intelligence is being used across the globe at a grassroots level in India, Papua New Guinea – as well as get the big picture. Join The Development Podcast!Featured VoicesChristine Zhenwei Qiang, Global Director, Digital Transformation, World Bank GroupNaomi Longa, Seawomen of Melanesia, Papua New Guinea; Fred Munene, “Farm with Fred” farmer and YouTuber, Kenya; Snehal Joshi, Principal, Shikha Academy, India; Brigitte Hoyer Gosselink, Director of Product Impact at Google; Petra Molnar, Harvard Faculty Associate, lawyer, anthropologist, and authorTimestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[02:59] Artificial intelligence to protect the coral reefs in Papua New Guinea[05:50] Artificial intelligence in educational settings in India[07:36] Artificial intelligence, agriculture, and youth in Kenya[09:05] How is AI already being used in the developing world and expansion ahead[11:49] What are the ethical considerations to keep in mind[13:58] Jobs: Artificial intelligence and labor market[16:11] Programs and partnerships where AI is taking the lead: The case of Google[20:35] How AI is currently being used in the context of refugeesABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

Forests are disappearing at an alarming rate of 10 million hectares each year and about 12% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions are attributed to deforestation and forest degradation. But nature provides the foundation for inclusive growth, jobs, food security, ecosystems and human wellbeing. So, what are the economics of biodiversity and how can we achieve growth whilst protecting forests? Join The Development Podcast on a trip around the globe from Nepal to Costa Rica as we hear from: Dr Tulshi Suwal, a Nepalese conservationist; Valerie Hickey, the Global Director of Environment, Natural Resources and Blue Economy at the World Bank; Florita Jimenez Martinez, Community Leader in Costa Rica; and Cristián Samper, Managing Director and leader of Nature Solutions at Bezos Earth Fund.Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! Featured VoicesValerie Hickey, the Global Director of Environment, Natural Resources and Blue Economy at the World BankCristián Samper, Managing Director and leader of Nature Solutions at Bezos Earth FundFlorita Jimenez Martinez, Community Leader in Costa RicaDr Tulshi Suwal, a Nepalese conservationistTimestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[02:55] The relationship between people and the forests in Nepal[07:07] The link between ecosystems and economic growth[12:50] How the World Bank works on biodiversity[16:05] Protecting the forests: Visions from a community leader in Costa Rica[19:05] Partnerships to preserve biodiversity in forests: Bezos Earth FundABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

The 2024 World Bank Group-IMF Spring Meetings took place from April 11-18. The focus for this year was on how the World Bank Group can turn its vision – of creating a world free of poverty on a livable planet – into real impact. This includes becoming a better Bank – one that is faster, more effective, and more ambitious. In this latest episode of The Development Podcast, we draw on some of the highlights from the week. We hear from Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group; Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General at the World Health Organization; Svenja Schulze, Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development of Germany; Situmbeko Musokotwane, Minister of Finance for Zambia; Muhammad Ali Pate, Minister of Health, Nigeria; Hassanein Hiridjee, CEO of Axian Group; Reverend Eugene Cho, President and CEO of Bread for the World; and Raj Kumar, President & Editor-in-Chief at Devex. Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! Featured VoicesAjay Banga, President of the World Bank GroupDr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General at the World Health OrganizationSvenja Schulze, Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development of GermanySitumbeko Musokotwane, Minister of Finance for ZambiaMuhammad Ali Pate, Minister of Health, NigeriaHassanein Hiridjee, CEO of Axian GroupReverend Eugene Cho, President and CEO of Bread for the WorldRaj Kumar, President & Editor-in-Chief at DevexTimestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[01:45] World Bank Group: Turning an ambitious vision into impact[07:16] Scaling up energy solutions and investments[09:38] Expanding quality and affordable healthcare services[13:03] In focus: International Development Association (IDA)[17:41] World Bank's reforms, its vision, and the road aheadABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.

As the world celebrates International Womens Day, we take a look at where we are on the march towards gender equality. How big is the gender gap and what would happen if we closed it? What are some stumbling blocks along this journey? And how can international organizations like the World Bank Group and IMF help achieve more progress? Find out the answers to these questions and more as we speak with Victoire Tomegah Dogbé, Prime Minister of Togo; Gita Gopinath, First Deputy Managing Director, International Monetary Fund; Tea Trumbic, World Bank Manager for the Women, Business and the Law project and Maryse Mbonyumutwa - CEO of Pink Mango and Founder of Asantii as they answer these questions and more on this month’s limited series episode of The Development Podcast.Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! Featured VoicesGita Gopinath , First Deputy Managing Director, International Monetary Fund Tea Trumbic, World Bank Manager for the Women, Business and the Law project Victoire Tomegah Dogbé, Prime Minister of Togo Maryse Mbonyumutwa, CEO of Pink Mango and Founder of AsantiiTimestamps[00:00] Welcome and introduction of the topic[04:35] Making progress on equal opportunity legislation: The case of Togo[06:10] Visions from Rwanda: Women's empowerment and entrepreneurship[10:12] Main insights from the World Bank's Women, Business and the Law report[16:24] IMF: How international institutions are supporting women's rights and inclusionABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT PODCASTThis international development podcast brings together the data, research—and solutions—that can pave the way to a sustainable future. Through conversations focused on revealing the latest data, the best research, and cutting-edge solutions, let us introduce you to the folks working to make the world a better place. Listen and subscribe for free on your favorite platform. And rate our show! ;) Tell us what you think of our podcast here >>>. We would love to hear from you! ABOUT THE WORLD BANKThe World Bank is one of the world’s largest sources of funding and knowledge for low-income countries. Its five institutions share a commitment to reducing poverty, increasing shared prosperity, and promoting sustainable development.