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Policymakers should focus on long-term strategic plans such as zoning of territories based on potential water sources when designing water and sanitation solutions for communities.
In Afghanistan, river basin managers work with farmers in ensuring equitable and sustainable irrigation practices to improve yields and livelihoods.
The pandemic worsened disparities in chronic disease management among vulnerable groups, exerting adverse psychosocial and economic effects.
Mobilizing private capital for the water sector requires a strong regulatory environment, sound risk management, and financial sustainability.
A study of Singapore’s Little India helps to develop a practical approach to preserving and enhancing the livability of historic ethnic districts.
Pilot projects in the region demonstrate how digital technologies can increase access to finance even in remote areas.
A hackathon in Nepal nurtured innovative tech solutions to improve sanitation practices in the country.
In the Philippines, cloud technology is helping a rural bank reach customers in remote areas more efficiently and at lower operational cost.
There is a blueprint to overcoming the barriers that limit women's participation in the formal economy.
In the People’s Republic of China, a study shows pension income in rural areas improves economic independence and health of older people.