The war in #Gaza could set #HumanDevelopment back by up to 18 years after 7 months of war and by i more than 20 years in the whole State of Palestine after 9 months.

Find out more in UN Development and ESCWA’s updated #Gaza WarImpact assessment: go.undp.org/ZUC

“It would take until 2040 to repair all homes destroyed so far in Gaza, UN report says,” UN Development via The Associated Press ow.ly/i3VR50RuUCa UN DevelopmentArabStates

Noon briefing today: our guest is Abdallah Al Dardari the UNDP Arab States Director. Updates on Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan and more.
Watch live: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k12/k…

Great to discuss with my friend Abdallah Al Dardari UN ASG, UNDP Asst Administrator & UNDP Arab States Director, UNDP plans for #Gaza early recovery and stabilization. Great team working under difficult circumstances. UNDP Saudi Arabia

“Rebuilding bombed Gaza homes may take 80 years, UN says,” UN Development via Reuters ow.ly/aHJQ50RuUtE UN DevelopmentArabStates

The 🆕 updated UN Development & ESCWA #GazaWarImpact assessment estimates that GDP sustained a staggering plunge by 26.9% after 7 months—a loss of US$7.1 billion from a 2023 no-war baseline.

Learn more: go.undp.org/ZUC

The unemployment rate across the State of Palestine could increase by roughly 0.5 points for each additional month of war in #Gaza , reaching over 47% after 9 months.

More on the #Gaza WarImpact in our updated assessment with ESCWA: go.undp.org/ZUC

The poverty rate in the State of Palestine continues to escalate, reaching 58.4%, thrusting nearly 1.74 million additional people into poverty as the war in #Gaza enters its 7th month.

Explore more findings in our updated #Gaza WarImpact with ESCWA. go.undp.org/ZUe

'As war in Gaza enters seventh month, 1.74 million more Palestinians will be pushed into poverty across State of Palestine according to United Nations assessment': UN Development ow.ly/74Bm50RuU7f UN DevelopmentArabStates

If the war in #Gaza continues for 9 months, the poverty rate in the State of Palestine will surge to 60.7%, and around 1.86 million additional people will live in poverty.

More about UN Development & ESCWA’s updated #Gaza WarImpact: go.undp.org/ZUC

Our 4️⃣th #KnowTalk live from AD Int Book Fair has just started with 🎙️ Shargiil Bashir from FAB Connects❗️

Join us now to learn more about #green_investments 🌱🏦

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According to the Nielsen Global Corporate Sustainability Report ♻️🌱

👉🏻 2/3 of global consumers 🛍️ are willing to pay more for #sustainable_brands

👉🏻 73% of millennials worldwide 🌎 would pay a higher price for #sustainable_products or services

#KTxADIBF24 #KnowTalk

#Green_investments 🌱🏦 refer to low carbon and climate resilient investments made in companies, projects and financial instruments that operate in:

👉🏻 renewable energy
👉🏻 clean technology
👉🏻 environmental technology
👉🏻 sustainability-related markets

#KnowTalk #KTxADIBF24

Protecting Egypt's rich ecosystems is crucial for a sustainable tomorrow. Let's focus on sustainable land management & biodiversity conservation, from safeguarding protected areas to fighting desertification.

Explore our initiatives for #SDG15 : bit.ly/37TeoH0🌱🌍

Investing in projects or companies with adverse #environmental_impacts may expose investors 👨🏻‍💼👩🏻‍💼🗂️ to:

1️⃣ reputational risks 🗣️
2️⃣ potential regulatory penalties ⚖️👨🏻‍⚖️
3️⃣ long-term financial consequences 💰🔻⤵️

#KnowTalk #KTxADIBF24

Everyday until mid #May , we'll be sharing info to help with your questions on #SolarEnergy ☀️ for your business.

Click here to read about the 10 things you need to know 👉 bit.ly/3xEq1i3

There are multiple motivations for #Green_Investing 🌱🏦

1️⃣ Financial considerations 🪙
2️⃣ Extra-financial considerations 💰
3️⃣ Compliance considerations 👨🏻‍⚖️⚖️
4️⃣ Reputational considerations 🗣️

#KnowTalk #KTxADIBF

#Green_investments are subject to:

👉🏻 market fluctuations 📈📉
👉🏻 interest rate changes 💹
👉🏻 other financial risks that can impact their returns 🏦

And may be affected by:

👉🏻 market demand
👉🏻 competition
👉🏻 technological advancement

#KnowTalk #KTxADIBF24

Exploring Somalia's #GenderEquality Journey

Despite challenges, a new story unfolds with remarkable energy. From poetry to strategic initiatives, discover how UNDP Somalia is driving change.

Read the full story: go.undp.org/Zwp

Jafar found hope to make a difference & succeed at work after receiving vocational training, equipment & psychosocial support thru UN Development’s Qader project in Lattakia & Tartous with funding from #PartnersAtCore Finland 🇫🇮. Watch 🎦
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