Mali, March 27 -- The World Bank approved a $150 million International Development Association (IDA) credit today to ensure the continuity of essential health and education services in Mali. This financing aims to address the climate, security, and economic challenges faced by the country in recent years.The Emergency Access to Essential Services Project in Mali will support the continued functioning of national and regional health facilities by financing their operational costs, providing essential vaccines and medicines, and free care for women of reproductive age and children under the age of five. It will also build the capacity of health personnel to cope with the growing health risks associated with climate change. In the education se...