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Time to Register for EMW2023!
The EMW 2023 line-up is organized across several thematic streams, such as digitization, social performance, funding/investment – and this year there also will be streams on refugee finance, agri-finance, and a particular emphasis on green and climate-smart finance, and “Food Security & Nutrition” – the topic of the European Microfinance Award 2023.
Davivienda and IFC Close $300 M Agreement to Promote Gender Inclusion and Sustainability in Colombia
Banco Davivienda and the International Finance Corporation announced the closing of a financing agreement for $300 million to promote gender inclusion and sustainability in Colombia.
Breaking the Cycle of Generational Poverty in Guatemala Through Microfinance
According to a recent report U.S.-based Friendship Bridge shows clear evidence of achieving its aim of breaking the cycle of generational poverty among rural families in Guatemala.
22 Ministers Call for Simplified and Consistent Access to Climate Finance With LoCAL
Ministers and high-level representatives from Bhutan, The Gambia and Liberia last week launched a 22-signature Ministerial Declaration in New York calling for "simplified" and "consistent" access to climate finance.
Symbiotics Investments Fosters Education in India Through an Education-Focused Social Bond With Varthana
Varthana finances affordable private schools and students with affordable school and student loans, customized to enable schools and students to unlock their full potential.
Vanuatu’s New Payment System to Support Digital Economy and Boost Financial Inclusion
People in Vanuatu are set to benefit from a new national digital payment platform, part of an ongoing transformation of the nation's financial infrastructure to build a modern, resilient financial system.
LuxFLAG Announces the Upcoming #LSIW23 Scheduled for 17 to 19 October in Luxembourg
The event will bring together experts, pioneers, and advocates to discuss sustainable finance and responsible investment.
New Publication: State of the Art of Green Inclusive Finance 2011-2019
e-MFP is excited to present the analysis of Green Inclusive Finance trends over the past decade in a publication "State of the Art of Green Inclusive Finance 2011-2019."
Bahrain: Mastercard and BIBF Collaborate to Boost Financial Inclusion
Mastercard has joined forces with a renowned training and development organization Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance to drive financial inclusion in the country and the wider region.
Moniepoint to Foster Financial Inclusion With Personal Banking
Financial solutions provider fintech company, Moniepoint, has expanded its services into the personal banking segment to foster financial inclusion in Nigeria.