The Development Bank of Southern Africa has applied to the South Korea-based Green Climate Fund for $235 million, according to documentation on the fund’s website.

Due to a drop-off in consumer demands over the last 12 months, 36.1% of small- and medium-sized businesses are now faced with excess inventories.

The agreement prevents a possible strike after 99% of FedEx Express pilots voted in favor of union leaders authorizing a strike May 17.