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Spotlight on the Artful Mind Project

Spotlight on the Artful Mind Project  This summer, 25 orphaned and vulnerable girls from Iraq are set to begin Artful Mind-an eight-week program at the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS). The program, run in partnership with EPIC (Enabling Peace in Iraq Center) and AUIS, offers English lessons, art therapy, yoga, and life-skills workshops that help these […]

World Bank supports $18m Iraq Pollution Initiative

The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved a US$18.5 million project to support Iraq's efforts to minimize environment and health risks due to Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and other chemical pollution hotspots and improve livelihoods of local communities. The Integrated Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) and Chemical Hotspots Project is co-financed by a US$13.49 million […]

KRG Advances Environmental Protection Initiatives

By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has issued an update on its environmental protection initiatives: Key Developments: 14,390 environmental permits issued in the past five years. 25,000+ projects monitored for compliance, with penalties imposed for violations. Illegal refineries shut down under PM Masrour Barzani's directive. Eight new dams completed, with more under construction […]

Happy New Year from all at Iraq Business News!

As we kick off the new year with our first newsletter, we extend a heartfelt appreciation to all our contributors, with a special acknowledgment to our Expert Bloggers, Ahmed Mousa Jiyad and Ahmed Tabaqchali (AFC Iraq Fund), who have generously shared their wisdom and observations with us over the past twelve months. We eagerly anticipate […]

AMAR Yazidi Women's Peace Choir Tours UK

The AMAR 'Ashty' Yazidi Women's Peace Choir, a symbol of resilience and cultural preservation, is set to embark on a groundbreaking tour of the United Kingdom. The tour will feature live performances and recording sessions, showcasing the rich heritage of the Yazidi community. Comprising eight talented singers from the Khanke refugee camp near Dohuk in […]

Elevating Influencer Content: CapCut's Online Photo Editor

Introduction In the realm of influencer marketing, captivating content reigns supreme. CapCut's Online Photo Editor stands as a transformative tool that empowers influencers to craft visually striking and engaging content. Tailored to meet the unique demands of influencer-driven platforms, this toolkit offers a suite of features designed to elevate and transform the way influencers create […]

Happy New Year from all at Iraq Business News!

As we kick off the new year with our first newsletter, we extend a heartfelt appreciation to all our contributors, with a special acknowledgment to our Expert Bloggers, Ahmed Mousa Jiyad and Ahmed Tabaqchali (AFC Iraq Fund), who have generously shared their wisdom and observations with us over the past twelve months. We eagerly anticipate […]

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Photo Essay: Basra, "One of the Hottest Places on Earth"

From Save the Children. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. BASRA, IRAQ: Living in 'one of the hottest places on earth' Children living in one of the hottest places on earth say rising heat and water shortages are impacting their lives daily, with award-winning […]

Climate Change and Pollution threaten Iraq's Marshes

From the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Climate change, pollution threaten Iraq's ancient marshes The Marsh Arabs, the wetlands' indigenous population of Iraq, have fished and cultivated crops here for 5,000 […]

Happy New Year from all at Iraq Business News!

As we publish our first newsletter of the new year, we'd like to say a special word of thanks to all of our contributors, and especially to our Expert Bloggers, Ahmed Mousa Jiyad and Ahmed Tabaqchali (AFC Iraq Fund), who have given us the benefit of their wisdom and observations over the past twelve months. […]

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EU allocates additional EUR4m for Vulnerable Iraqis

Iraq: EU allocates additional €4 million in humanitarian funding to help vulnerable facing food insecurity Political instability, climate change, as well as rising food prices, spurred by the drought and further aggravated with the Russia's unprovoked aggression towards Ukraine, has left many vulnerable Iraqis not able to meet their basic needs. The funding announced today […]