The vital importance of literacy

The Global Education Evidence Advisory Panel (GEEAP) unveiled its latest report, “Effective Reading Instructions in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: What the Evidence Shows.” This report highlights that literacy is the cornerstone of all learning.
New report points the way forward for e-mobility in Africa

The Powering Renewable Energy Opportunity (PREO) programme launched its latest report – “Driving Interoperability: Insights from PREO’s E-Mobility Portfolio” at Africa E-Mobility Week 2025.
What does evidence-informed policymaking look like? A framework for conceptualising and measuring EIPM

The past two decades have seen a proliferation of activity supporting evidence-informed policymaking (EIPM) in low- and middle-income countries.
Successful treatment of bubonic plague

A ground breaking clinical trial has provided conclusive evidence to support WHO guidance that a simple, affordable oral antibiotic can improve bubonic plague treatment worldwide.
Improving water security for millions of vulnerable people

The REACH Water Programme has directly enhanced water security for 10 million people in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia whilst establishing foundations for broader long-term impact.
Greener, safer, more affordable and inclusive transport systems

After seven years, the HVT (high volume transport) Applied Research Programme has closed, leaving a legacy of an extensive repository of new research.
Nine game-changing technologies you probably haven’t heard about

While artificial intelligence dominates tech headlines, the most transformative innovations for global development are quietly operating in the shadows. The Frontier Tech Hub’s latest report: Beyond the Hype: Nine Underhyped Frontier Technologies for International Development looks at overlooked breakthroughs that could reshape how we tackle climate change and sustainable development.
IGC introduces Transformational Change methodology

In 2024, the International Growth Centre (IGC) launched their Transformational Change methodology: a renewed approach to understand how their work influences policy and to further evidence its impact.
New FCDO Research Commissioning Centre funding round to understand evidence use in policymaking

This project is one of the first to go through the FCDO’s new Research Commissioning Centre (RCC), led by 3ie and the University of Birmingham.