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G&I launched 5 Global Programs. Each program supports activities in knowledge and innovation, data and analytics, operational work, as well as convening and partnership. Visit each program's website to learn more:

• Global Program on Anticorruption for Development
• Global Program on Coalitions for Reforms
• Global Program on GovTech and Public Sector Innovation
• Global Program on Justice and Rule of Law
• Global Program for Improving Public Administration Performance

Adequate budgeting of the judiciary is critical for the effective delivery of justice. The note  identifies major trends in judicial budgeting reforms that aim to bolster the judiciary's operational efficiency and public perception, ultimately linking adequate judicial funding to enhanced social and economic outcomes.

Small claims courts and procedures play an important role in enhancing the efficiency and accessibility of the justice system. When well-designed, they can significantly streamline judicial processes, reduce the burden on courts, and increase access to justice for individuals and small businesses. The note presents trends in the use of such mechanisms. 

At the country level, in Zambia we are working to strengthen justice through two components. The first is conducting assessments for both the demand side and supply side of justice, particularly looking at Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes and systems in Zambia. The second component involves developing a strategic roadmap for judicial sector reforms to strengthen the judicial system, its independence, autonomy, and timeliness and efficiency in delivering of its services to citizens.

Advancements have been made on the beneficial ownership transparency (BOT) agenda in Kenya, Malawi, and Nigeria. G&I grants have informed larger World Bank operations.

In Kenya, a G&I funded activity helped to inform the USD 150 million World Bank Program to Strengthen Governance for Enabling Service Delivery and Public Investment ().

In Malawi, BOT recommendations developed by a Program grant will be implemented through a USD 80 million Malawi Fiscal Governance Program for Results () over the next five years.

And, in Nigeria, a grant supported an in-depth learning review of the recent fiscal transparency reforms under the States Fiscal Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability Program (SFTAS, ), providing recommendations on ways to deepen budget, procurement, and debt transparency. Some of the lessons from this work are already being taken up by the States Action on Business Enabling Reforms Program (SABER, ) and the Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equality Program ().

The team has developed technical specifications for fully digitalizing notarial services, automating essential processes, streamlining electronic documentation, and integrating with other state systems. These efforts, along with a legal and regulatory review, ensure that the MoJ offers a faster, more efficient, and accessible notarial service.

The proposed technical specifications and recommendations were endorsed by the MoJ, Notary Chamber, Information Systems Agency of Armenia, and other key stakeholders. Notaries and citizens support the move to digital services. While the full implementation is still in progress, the new system is expected to improve the efficiency of and accessibility to notarial services for both citizens and businesses. 

The (BEST-Public Sector) project, provides analytics and technical assistance to strengthen key aspects of public sector governance and institutions in Montenegro. The US$3.8 million Bank-executed activity will be implemented over a three year period.

The project supports four priority areas:

• Strengthening the governance of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)
• Strengthening institutions and governance in key sectors including environment, energy, and innovation and health
• Improving revenue collection
• Accelerating government modernization and use of technology

Read this to learn more.