Strengthening Mediation in the MENA Region
From May 12 to 17, CAO co-facilitated an engaging Mediator Workshop in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, in collaboration with the Independent Accountability Mechanisms (IAMs) of the...
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Photo Gallery: Highlights from our CAO at 25 Event
On April 22nd, 2025, CAO celebrated 25 Years of Solutions, Accountability and Learning.
These are some of the highlights from our 25th Anniversary Event, hosted by American University Washington...
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CAO Releases Compliance Omnibus Monitoring Report, Q3 FY2025: Updates From Six Cases Across Africa and Latin America
In April 2025, CAO published its Compliance Omnibus Monitoring Report, Q3 FY2025, presenting updates from our monitoring of IFC’s response to compliance investigations in Chile, Egypt, Panama, South...
Read MoreMarking 25 Years of Solutions, Accountability and Learning
Washington, April 26, 2025 - This past week, CAO marked 25 years of promoting solutions, accountability, and learning with an event at American University, as well as our regular engagements during...
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Case Update in Jordan: IFC Board Approves Action Plan for CAO Investigation Related to IFC’s Investment in Baynouna Solar Energy
Washington, D.C., April 8, 2025—The IFC Board of Directors has approved IFC’s Management Action Plan in response to an investigation of IFC’s investment in Baynouna Solar Energy Company in Jordan...
Read MoreCase Update in Kenya: IFC Board Approves Response to CAO Investigation Related to IFC’s Investment in Bridge International Academies
Washington, April 7, 2025 — The IFC Board of Executive Directors approved IFC's response to an investigation of IFC’s investment in Bridge International Academies conducted by the Compliance Advisor...
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