CLEAN : World Bank gives Great Lakes $1bn in aid

The video discusses the World Bank's announcement of over $1 billion in additional funding to improve health, education, nutrition, and job training in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and other Great Lakes countries. It highlights the impact of this funding on communities affected by conflict. Additionally, it covers the strengthening of the UN peacekeeping mission MONUSCO with an intervention brigade to enhance peace and security in the region.

What is the total amount of additional funding announced by the World Bank Group?

• Over $1 billion

• $500 million

• $1 billion

• $1.5 billion

Which regions are targeted for improvement with the new funding?

• Middle East

• Great Lakes countries

• Southeast Asia

• South America

What are some of the services that the new funding will support?

• Tourism development

• Health and education

• Space exploration

• Military training

What recent action did the City Council take regarding MONUSCO?

• Moved it to another region

• Reduced its budget

• Disbanded it

• Strengthened its mandate

What is the expected outcome of the intervention brigade introduced by MONUSCO?

• Increased trade

• Economic growth

• Improved tourism

• Peace and security