Reuters: Darling says G20 must honour pledges
G20 nations must make good on pledges to restore growth and boost the IMF’s resources, Chancellor Alistair Darling told Reuters on Thursday ahead of this week’s meeting of global policymakers.

Washington Post: World Bank to Launch Stimulus for Developing Nations
Moving to combat the spiraling economic downturn in developing countries, the World Bank will unveil a $55 billion initiative today to almost double financing for road, bridge and other infrastructure projects from Latin America to Eastern Europe, allowing poorer nations to create jobs in a manner similar to the stimulus programs underway in the United States and other wealthy countries.

New York Times: Not Aiding Africa (op-ed)
An op-ed in the Post examines the utility of aid.

Associated Press: Where South Africa’s Zuma stands on policy issues
A look at how Jacob Zuma, the man poised to become South Africa’s next president, might tackle key issues.

Also, check out this AllAfrica.com spread about the First Ladies’ Summit in Los Angeles.

-Chandler Smith