Economics & Development

This Country Program Evaluation assesses the World Bank Group’s support to Jordan during FY15–FY25, focusing on contributions to long-term development objectives under recent Country Partnership Frameworks. It examines two priority areas: private sector–led job creation and social protection, including policy and institutional reforms, affordability of energy and water, and system strengthening. The evaluation explores reform sequencing under repeated shocks, trade-offs with fiscal sustainability, and WBG institutional complementarity. Set against Jordan’s resilience amid modest growth, high unemployment, and refugee pressures, the evaluation aims to generate actionable lessons to inform future engagement and support comparable contexts.

This document relates to the IFC Project Number 51552.

The Annex 2 for the Nigeria Country Partnership Framework (CPF) outlines the financing, implementation, and risk management arrangements that will support the World Bank Group’s objective of creating more and better private sector jobs. The CPF will be delivered through a coordinated One WBG approach involving IBRD, IDA, IFC, and MIGA, supported by an indicative IDA21 allocation of US$5.7 billion and additional financing opportunities. The framework emphasizes integrated, results-oriented programs, private capital mobilization, infrastructure development, human capital investments, and resilience building. It aligns closely with IDA21 policy commitments on jobs, private sector development, digital transformation, climate resilience, social protection, and human development. The annex also details implementation arrangements, fiduciary and procurement safeguards, partnerships with development partners, annual business planning processes, and mitigation measures to address political, macroeconomic, institutional, fiduciary, and environmental risks.

The Sindh Early Learning Enhancement through Classroom Transformation (SELECT) project aims to strengthen early-grade learning while promoting gender-responsive education through integrated design features across teaching practices, infrastructure, leadership, and community engagement. It embeds gender considerations in teacher training, classroom practices, and learning materials while incorporating behavioral approaches to support girls’ retention. The project also emphasizes safe and inclusive learning environments through gender-responsive infrastructure and student support systems. This report evaluates SELECT implementation using a mixed-methods approach, examining delivery processes, challenges, and lessons, and highlights the importance of deliberate design, dedicated expertise, and adaptive implementation for effective gender integration.