Sherin Varkey

Program Leader for Human Development, World Bank. Tweets are my own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and positions of the World Bank Group.

[World Bank Health @WBG_Health]

NEWS: Countries are advancing toward @WorldBank Group’s goal to deliver affordable, quality health services to 1.5B people by 2030.

15 nations launched Health Compacts to expand primary care, improve affordability, and grow jobs. https://t.co/TksLCdWzQF #HealthWorks

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

➡️ 4.6B lack essential health services
➡️ 2.1B face financial hardship

At the Tokyo UHC Forum, countries launched Health Compacts to expand primary care, protect households, and create jobs.

Watch replay: https://t.co/umFhbbs1nH #HealthWorks

[Institute of Foreign Affairs - IFA @ifa_ethiopia]

𝐄𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

H.E. Ahmed Shide, Minister of Finance of Ethiopia, held discussions with H.E. Mamta Murthi, World Bank Vice President for the People’s Vice Presidency, reaffirming shared commitment to advancing Ethiopia’s human capital agenda.

The Minister underscored Ethiopia’s strategic focus on enhancing quality education, improving healthcare delivery, and expanding social protection systems to safeguard the well-being of citizens. He expressed appreciation for the World Bank’s longstanding support in promoting skills development, inclusive growth, and resilience.

Vice President Murthi commended Ethiopia’s efforts and reiterated the Bank’s commitment to Ethiopia’s Health Compact, the expansion of safety nets, and progress toward Universal Health Coverage.

#Ethiopia #WorldBank #IFA

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

@WorldBank is proud to co-host the Ethiopia Human Capital Forum — a platform driving dialogue, collaboration, and shared learning to advance Ethiopia’s Human Capital & Jobs agenda. Together, we can ensure accountability, track progress, and deliver results that matter.

[IDA - World Bank @WBG_IDA]

Every $1 that donors contribute to @WBG_IDA is leveraged into almost $4 of financial support for the poorest countries.

How does this happen?

@DirkRei describes how #IDAworks in our series "Since you asked" 💬⬇️
https://t.co/8GemRpcjrj

[Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance @gavi]

We’re thrilled to announce that today’s Global Summit: Health & Prosperity through Immunisation saw a record number of donors pledges, securing more than US $9bn of our total 2026-30 requirement of US$ 11.9bn! #ForOurFuture

[World Bank Health @WBG_Health]

Healthier populations mean healthier economic growth.

Discover how investing in health systems can create millions of jobs worldwide and improve lives. #InvestInHealth

Learn more from the @WorldBank Global Director for Health, Juan Pablo Uribe: https://t.co/NS4TiPVLON

[Centre of African Studies @CAS_SOAS]

Dr. Salim was the founding member of the @Mo_IbrahimFdn - Mo Ibrahim
@SOAS @DrSalimArchive @IdaHadjivayanis
#SASLectureseries

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

Today, I met Wude, one of the youth who received training under the UPSNJP. She shared how her life has transformed, earning an income that not only meets her basic needs but also allows her to care for her 18-month-old daughter. #Empowerment

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

Ethiopia's Rural Safety Net Program helps widows like Shemsi Adem work closer to home and invest in their children's education. Discover their journey: https://t.co/VuZVyC6VJO #Resilience #Education

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

Grateful for the opportunity to visit UPSNJP sites with GoE Officials including @Chaltuoffical. The progress in public works and livelihood activities is making a real difference.

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

I had the pleasure of tasting Kebede’s honey; a beneficiary of UPSNJP. His dedication and hard work shines through every drop #SustainableLivelihoods #Ethiopia

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

Visited Atse Naod Primary School and Dejazmach Wondirad Pre-Primary and Primary School with H.E. Ayelech Eshete from Ministry of Education. Observing classrooms, learning about school feeding program, every moment was insightful. Thank you! #EarlyLearning #QualityEducation

[Maryam Salim @msalim66]

I joined Honorable Garang Alic, Governor #South Sudan #Central Bank in launching 3SF project. Recognizing importance of a strong Central Bank in transforming the banking sector and promoting private sector led growth.

[The Economist @TheEconomist]

The war in Sudan has received a fraction of the attention given to Gaza and Ukraine. Yet it threatens to be deadlier than either conflict. It is possible to save millions of lives, if the world acts now https://t.co/P8iroxKjF1

[António Guterres @antonioguterres]

Food security in Sudan is rapidly deteriorating, with 755,000 people in catastrophic conditions, and 14 areas at risk of famine.

Humanitarians need unhindered, sustained access to help people in need.

https://t.co/Pog6wZKPdC

[IDA - World Bank @WBG_IDA]

"It is clear that a successful strategy for Africa would benefit from @WBG_IDA, which wields a powerful development tool: affordable financing."
https://t.co/viCLP1LDr2
Op-ed by @CheikhGhazouani and Ajay Banga
@ProSyn #IDAworks #IDA21

[IDA - World Bank @WBG_IDA]

In the mid-2010s, millions of children in #Bangladesh were dropping out of school or lacking the opportunity to go.

Find out how @WBG_IDA joined forces with local communities to educate 735,000 children in underserved areas: https://t.co/D1fieYqj28
#IDA21 #IDAworks

[IDA - World Bank @WBG_IDA]

"We are celebrating 60 years of IDA impact. This did not happen overnight. The impact is because you stayed with us over the course of our journey."
@cmprachanda, @PM_nepal_
#IDAworks #IDA21

[World Bank Water @WorldBankWater]

The @WorldBank-supported One WaSH National Program in #Ethiopia has equipped over 5,000 schools with essential WASH facilities & 223 dedicated MHM rooms, improving school attendance, especially among girls.

https://t.co/suTqTYipo3