Labour market · 04/05/2026Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

Fit to Prosper: Investing in Health for Jobs and Development in Western and Central Africa

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The World Bank Group is launching its Health, Nutrition and Population strategy for Western and Central Africa, emphasizing the importance of investing in health to secure jobs and development in the region.

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