In the first episode of the year, we look ahead to what we expect to happen in 2026 in global development. From more foreign aid cuts by traditional Western donors to a more transactional approach to development, we discuss what trends are set to shape the future of the sector.
We identify the key players driving this transition from aid to investment, as well as contemplate the conditions necessary for the private sector to step up and fill the gap left by shrinking official development assistance.
Will the world’s billionaires increase their giving? Will development finally be locally led?
To look ahead to what 2026 holds for global development, Devex Senior Editor Rumbi Chakamba sits down with Devex President and Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar and Managing Editor Anna Gawel for the latest episode of our weekly podcast series.
During the sponsored segment of This Week in Global Development, brought to you by Pivotal, Kate Warren sits down with Action for Women’s Health grantee Sophie Jenkins, International Programs Director at ChildFund Australia, whose leadership brings tailored health approaches throughout individuals’ life stages. Learn more about the awardees and explore the content series: https://pages.devex.com/boldideas.html
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In the first episode of the year, we look ahead to what we expect to happen in 2026 in global development. From more foreign aid cuts by traditional Western donors to a more transactional approach to development, we discuss what trends are set to shape the future of the sector.
We identify the key players driving this transition from aid to investment, as well as contemplate the conditions necessary for the private sector to step up and fill the gap left by shrinking official development assistance.
Will the world’s billionaires increase their giving? Will development finally be locally led?
To look ahead to what 2026 holds for global development, Devex Senior Editor Rumbi Chakamba sits down with Devex President and Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar and Managing Editor Anna Gawel for the latest episode of our weekly podcast series.
During the sponsored segment of This Week in Global Development, brought to you by Pivotal, Kate Warren sits down with Action for Women’s Health grantee Sophie Jenkins, International Programs Director at ChildFund Australia, whose leadership brings tailored health approaches throughout individuals’ life stages. Learn more about the awardees and explore the content series: https://pages.devex.com/boldideas.html
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This Week in Global Dev: #119: The potential exodus of NGOs from the US, and the rise of authoritarianism
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This Week in Global Dev: #119: The potential exodus of NGOs from the US, and the rise of authoritarianism
This week, we reported that U.S.-based international nonprofits are looking into registering sister organizations overseas as they face an increasingly unpredictable political environment at home. Law firms in Canada and the United Kingdom confirm this trend, telling Devex they’ve seen increased interest from U.S. entities seeking to set up international arms amid growing domestic instability.
With authoritarian practices on the rise and civic spaces closing, we reflect on the key takeaways from the Trust Conference in London, where the international community gathered to learn from each other’s lessons when it comes to fighting autocracy.
We also look ahead to the Second World Summit for Social Development 2025 and examine what its core themes and expected outcomes mean for the global development agenda.
To explore these stories, and others, Senior Editor Rumbi Chakamba sits down with Managing Editor Anna Gawel and Global Development Reporter Elissa Miolene for the latest episode of our weekly podcast series.
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In the first episode of the year, we look ahead to what we expect to happen in 2026 in global development. From more foreign aid cuts by traditional Western donors to a more transactional approach to development, we discuss what trends are set to shape the future of the sector.
We identify the key players driving this transition from aid to investment, as well as contemplate the conditions necessary for the private sector to step up and fill the gap left by shrinking official development assistance.
Will the world’s billionaires increase their giving? Will development finally be locally led?
To look ahead to what 2026 holds for global development, Devex Senior Editor Rumbi Chakamba sits down with Devex President and Editor-in-Chief Raj Kumar and Managing Editor Anna Gawel for the latest episode of our weekly podcast series.
During the sponsored segment of This Week in Global Development, brought to you by Pivotal, Kate Warren sits down with Action for Women’s Health grantee Sophie Jenkins, International Programs Director at ChildFund Australia, whose leadership brings tailored health approaches throughout individuals’ life stages. Learn more about the awardees and explore the content series: https://pages.devex.com/boldideas.html
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