World Fund for Development and Planning - WFDP

26/05/2026

On the occasion of Eid Al Adha, I extend my sincere greetings and best wishes to all celebrating around the world.

May this blessed occasion bring peace, prosperity, and unity to all nations and peoples.

Eid Mubarak.

Amb. Ekramy El Zaghat
President of WFDP

29/04/2026

WFDP held a constructive meeting with Mr. Abdirahman Hassan, Director General of the Somalia National Blood Bank Center, with participation from Mr. Abdiaziz Kasim Mohamud, Head of Programs – WFDP Mission in Somalia, to discuss strengthening healthcare services and addressing the growing demand for safe blood supply across the country.

The meeting highlighted key challenges and explored opportunities for cooperation aimed at enhancing institutional capacity and supporting national health priorities in Somalia.

18/04/2026

WFDP just made participation easier.

The updated WFDP Application is now live designed to simplify how we connect, collaborate, and engage globally.

You can now register and participate directly through the mobile application, with a faster and more streamlined experience.

I invite the entire WFDP family to explore the app and use it as the primary platform — everything is now simpler and more efficient in one place.

📱 Apple: https://apps.apple.com/eg/app/wfdp/id1587686561

📱 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wfdp.app

Amb. Ekramy El Zaghat
President, WFDP

11/04/2026

On my own behalf, and on behalf of the World Fund for Development and Planning (WFDP) family, we extend our warmest greetings and best wishes to all those celebrating Easter.
May this occasion bring renewed hope, peace, and solidarity, and inspire greater cooperation and understanding among peoples for a more stable and prosperous future.

05/03/2026

Rising tensions in the Middle East are not only a security concern, but also a serious risk to global economic stability and sustainable development.

The World Fund for Development and Planning (WFDP) has issued an official statement warning of the implications of regional escalation on energy markets, global trade, and economic growth.

WFDP calls for restraint, dialogue, and diplomatic engagement to protect regional stability and safeguard development.

🔗 Read the full statement:
https://wfdp-igo.org/news/wfdp-warns-of-the-risks-of-regional-escalation-and-stresses-the-importance-of-protecting-stability-and-development-in-the-middle-east

28/02/2026

WFDP has officially launched its first office in the Republic of India, established in Goa as a strategic hub for advancing India–Africa cooperation.

This expansion reflects WFDP’s commitment to strengthening South–South cooperation and facilitating structured, policy-aligned economic partnerships between regions with shared development priorities. The Goa office will serve as a focal point for responsible investment, institutional dialogue, and development planning support linking Indian and African partners.

India’s growing role in global development cooperation and emerging markets makes it a natural partner at this stage of WFDP’s institutional growth. Establishing a presence in Goa enhances coordination, strengthens stakeholder engagement, and supports measurable development outcomes across regions.

Read the full announcement here:
https://wfdp-igo.org/news/wfdp-launches-its-first-office-in-india-establishing-goa-as-a-strategic-hub-for-india-africa-cooperation

23/02/2026

My new article in Forbes is now published.

In my article titled
“Why Public Trust Has Become the Deciding Factor in Development Success,”
I address a reality that has become increasingly clear in today’s international landscape:
strategies and policies alone are not enough.

Public trust is no longer a secondary element in the development process.
It has become the foundation that determines whether reforms succeed or stall.

Read the full article here:

Forbes Nonprofit Council World Fund for Development and Planning - WFDP

Development does not succeed through systems and policies alone. It succeeds when people trust the institutions that design and implement it.

17/02/2026

On behalf of the World Fund for Development and Planning (WFDP), I extend my warmest wishes to you and your families on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan.
May this blessed month bring peace, good health, and prosperity to all.
Amb. Ekramy El Zaghat
President of WFDP

12/02/2026

WFDP advances high-level development diplomacy in Southern Africa.

Through strategic engagement led by H.E. Christian Katoto, WFDP Honorary Ambassador for Development to Southern Africa, with H.E. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia, WFDP reinforces its commitment to regional integration, governance cooperation, and sustainable investment, with plans to expand WFDP investment initiatives across SADC countries in 2026.

The World Fund for Development and Planning (WFDP) welcomes the recent high-level engagement between H.E. Christian Katoto, Ambassador of the Democratic Republi

07/02/2026

Why do well designed development policies often struggle to deliver results on the ground?

In this article, H.E. Ambassador Ekramy El Zaghat , President of the World Fund for Development and Planning, reflects on why ex*****on is the decisive factor in development success, drawing on direct experience working with governments and institutions.

The article was originally published on Forbes.com and is now available on the WFDP website.

Read the full article here:

Around the world, development strategies are becoming more sophisticated. National visions are carefully drafted. Policy frameworks are aligned with global prio