Urban Development As the world's largest multilateral financier of urban development, the World Bank works with national and local governments to build more livable, sustainable, and …

Jun 17, 2025 · The World Bank has approved $100 million in concessional financing through the International Development Association (IDA) to support Senegal's urban mobility …

Extreme urban heat is becoming an urgent challenge for Bangkok, threatening lives, livelihoods, and the city’s economic resilience. The Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect exacerbates this crisis, …

The growth rate of Bhutan’s urban population was the highest among the eight South Asian countries, at 5.7 percent per year from 2000-2010.

Dhaka, December 22, 2024 —Bangladesh and the World Bank signed two financing agreements totaling $900 million today to help the country achieve environment sustainability, inclusive …

Mar 24, 2025 · A new World Bank-financed investment will enhance mobility and accessibility in Tanzania’s capital, Dodoma, unlocking economic opportunities and creating over 10,000 new …

Dec 20, 2024 · The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors yesterday approved the $800 million Amaravati Integrated Urban Development Program aimed at establishing the city as a …

Jun 3, 2025 · To sum up, Banking on Cities means betting on the engines of tomorrow’s growth, jobs, and opportunity. For low- and middle-income countries, the right urban investments can …

Resolution: different urban scales: regional (250m-80m) / city level (30 m/10m/5m) Accuracy: 75-90% , in situ data for validation is key Fast: decadal is a minimum but true need is in …

Many cities have underutilized or distressed areas that offer great potential for regeneration. A new World Bank report and online tool help cities navigate the process of urban renewal, …