africa.gm - The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a grant for US$308 million to the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire to clear its arrears dating from 2004 to the World Bank Group and provide US$35 million in budget support.  This operation paves the way for a strong re-engagement by the World Bank with a further US$226.5 million to support Côte d’Ivoire’s post-conflict reconstruction efforts, especially in the areas of economic reform, governance, community rehabilitation, and the provision of...» view full story