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This week, we unpack the latest on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. With no approved vaccines or treatments for the Bundibugyo species driving the spread, we dive into the race to develop a vaccine and the critical f... more

Coefficient Giving, one of the world’s largest effective-giving funders, is about to go even bigger. On the heels of its biggest funding year ever in 2025 — in which it channeled over $1 billion to highest-impact causes — the organization formerly kn... more

In this episode, we look back at the conferences we reported from over the past few weeks, reflecting on how global development narratives are evolving across both the global north and the global south. With traditional donors stepping back, the Afri... more

Filmed live from Geneva, Switzerland, on the sidelines of the World Health Assembly, this episode of This Week in Global Development delves into the critical debates unfolding on the ground in Geneva. That includes the tense atmosphere following the ... more

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Recent Guests

Spencer Kirk
Founder of a major maternal micronutrient supplements donor initiative
Kirk Commanditarian (pseudonym used for sponsor segment)
Episode: This Week in Global Dev: #147: Can domestic resources and private capital fund development?
Melanie Saville
PATH's Chief Scientific Officer
PATH
Episode: This Week in Global Dev: #146: Live from the World Health Assembly
Dr. Santos
Surgeon and public-health advocate focusing on lung cancer prevention and early detection in Brazil
Albert Einstein Hospital, Brazil
Episode: Special edition: Early detection in Brazil is a game changer for lung cancer care
Jenny Lei Ravelo
Health journalist
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Episode: This Week in Global Dev: #145: What can we expect from the 79th World Health Assembly?
Andrew Green
Health journalist
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Episode: This Week in Global Dev: #145: What can we expect from the 79th World Health Assembly?
Alain Ebobissé
CEO of Africa50
Africa50
Episode: Special edition: Turning sustainable energy into a viable asset class in Africa
Anna Gawel
News reporter covering global development and UN affairs
Devex
Episode: This Week in Global Dev: #144: Inside the corruption scandal that tarnished the UN
Dean Carlin
Professor at Northwestern University and former chief economist at USAID
Northwestern University / USAID
Episode: Global Progress in the AI Era: What happens when AI labs and social enterprises build together?
Iqbal Dhaliwal
Global executive director of J-PAL
J-PAL at MIT
Episode: Global Progress in the AI Era: What happens when AI labs and social enterprises build together?

Hosts

Rumbi Chakamba
Host of This Week in Global Development
Adva Saldinger
Host of This Week in Global Development
David Ainsworth
Host of This Week in Global Development
Kate Warren
Executive Vice President and Executive Editor at Devex

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • V interesting insights

    Just discovered this podcast and really enjoying it. Very interesting insights into the development industry and landscape, chatty and usually very accessible even for an outsider.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VRainey
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Informative and enjoyable listen on global dev

    Devex is the go to news source for global dev, global health and humanitarian issues and this podcast is a great way to stay up to date on the latest trends and hear directly from leaders. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amelia_DC
    United States4 years ago
  • Davos Dispatch.

    I really enjoyed Adva’s perspective in the Davos Dispatch episode and would love to hear more from her!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EB_.
    United States4 years ago
  • Love the Davos Dispatch

    Great podcast. I really like the Davos Dispatch episodes with Adva Saldinger. More episodes with her please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A. Stafford 08
    United States4 years ago

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Episodes are valued for timely coverage of health, development finance, and governance with clear reporting.
The Davos Dispatch and similar deep-dive episodes get special appreciation for expert viewpoints and real-world impact.

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Special edition: Early detection in Brazil is a game changer for lung cancer care
Q: How did you get into advocacy and the bigger picture beyond being a surgeon?
My experience in the US, working with robotics and high-technology environments, made me rethink how to apply surgical skills in public service. I wanted to connect clinical work with prevention and education to create broader social impact in Brazil.
This Week in Global Dev: #143: Reform or be defunded: The Trump administration’s demands for the UN
Q: How is China responding to US pressure on UN funding and governance, and what steps are they taking?
China is increasing its contributions, pushing to expand its influence in UN management, particularly in human resources, and voicing that the UN is in a period of tumult while offering alternative support to the organization.
This Week in Global Dev: #143: Reform or be defunded: The Trump administration’s demands for the UN
Q: What are the main cost-cutting measures the US is proposing for UN staff benefits and pensions?
The US is pushing to cut long-distance business class travel, reduce staff education subsidies, overhaul retirement plans toward market-driven models, and decrease the percentage UN can contribute to retirement plans, while also seeking broader staff benefit reductions.
Special Episode: Every Crisis is Political - Redefining Humanitarian Response
Q: Johnny, why is it important for funders to engage with politically sensitive issues and not shy away from making political judgments in crisis contexts?
Because power dynamics and governance structures determine who suffers and why, and addressing root causes requires a political lens, risk-reconceptualization, and partnerships with movements that prioritize justice and accountability.
Special Episode: Every Crisis is Political - Redefining Humanitarian Response
Q: Jean, what should traditional donors change in their approach to respond more effectively across the continuum?
Donors should be grounded in local contexts, support intersectional and inclusive programs, fund a range of activities from preparedness to resilience, and build trust-based partnerships with frontline organizations.

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What is Devex Podcasts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast showcases deep dives into global development, health, humanitarian policy, and governance, often featuring journalists, researchers, and senior officials from international institutions and philanthropic funders. Episodes frequently center on health systems, AI for development, UN reform, and the political economy of aid, with teams from a major development newsroom guiding conversations and drawing out practical implications for policy, funding, and implementation. A standout strength is its ability to pair investigative reporting with expert context, offering listeners nuanced perspectives from the field and from high-level decision-makers, along with concrete case studies and cross-border learnings. This mix makes it a strong... more

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