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GenderFebruary 27, 2013 — The World Bank is hosting an SMS competition for youth asking the question "What Will It Take to End Gender-Based Violence in Pakistan?" Read More »
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Social DevelopmentFebruary 14, 2013 — With World Bank financing, NRSP and PPAF assistance, and small contributions from residents, a network of bricked pathways in Aheer village was paved. Residents no longer have to wade through mud, sewage, and garbage, and are an example to nearby towns. Read More »
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InfrastructureFebruary 6, 2013 — As demand for power in Pakistan increases, the World Bank is helping expand the capacity of the Tarbela Dam, which currently supplies 16% of the country's electricity. The hydropower project will also be a cleaner, more environmentally friendly source of power. Read More »
The Sindh Skills Development Project aims to train 50,000 unemployed youth in Sindh by offering them short technical courses to prepare them for a range of jobs. Read More »
Discriminatory lending practices are forcing Pakistan’s women entrepreneurs to look beyond microfinance providers for capital to start and sustain businesses. Read More »
LENDING
Pakistan : Lending By Volume (Millions Of US Dollars)
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