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Huawei, bKash Sign MoU to Strengthen Partnership and Improve Financial Inclusion in Bangladesh
Huawei, a leading global technology solutions provider, recently reaffirmed its commitment to bKash, the leader in mobile payments and financial services in Bangladesh, that will plot the way towards financial inclusion.
Symbiotics Investments Issued a $7.5 M Green Loan With AMK Microfinance Institution Plc in Cambodia
Cambodia's AMK Microfinance Institution Plc raises a $7.5 million green loan to broaden its green initiatives by introducing renewable energy sources, implementing energy efficiency projects, and developing eco-friendly and circular economy products.
AFI Calls for In-Country Implementation Projects on Inclusive Green Finance for MSMEs
The Alliance for Financial Inclusion is launching an initiative to support members in conducting research on inclusive green finance for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
UNCDF Partners With Google to Accelerate the Growth and Resilience of Ethiopia's MSMEs Through Digitalization
Through a strategic partnership, UNCDF and Google aim to digitize micro, small and medium enterprises in the Eastern and Southern Africa Region by providing technical assistance, training, and business advisory support.
The Government of Luxembourg Extends Cooperation Agreement With the Alliance for Financial Inclusion
The Luxembourg Ministry of Finance and the Directorate for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Affairs of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs have signed the second phase of their agreement with the AFI's European Representative Office to unlock additional support to advance inclusive and sustainable policies and regulations.
Credolab and Provenir Partner to Boost Financial Inclusion With Behavioral Data
A new partnership between credolab and Provenir will enable financial institutions to leverage behavioral data to handle the challenges of credit risk management, fraud detection, and more.
Cambodia Microfinance Association, NBC Launch Project to Increase Financial Literacy, Consumer Protection
The National Bank of Cambodia and the Cambodia Microfinance Association recently launched a project called Strengthening Safe Finance in Community to enhance safe and secure use of formal financial services and increase access to these services.
Commercial Bank of Ceylon Launches a Digital Marketplace to Help Sri Lanka’s Small Businesses
The International Finance Corporation is supporting the Commercial Bank of Ceylon to launch a digital marketplace in Sri Lanka, which will help business owners connect with more customers locally and abroad.
JPmorgan and Commonwealth Expand Work on Effect of Emerging Tech on Financially Excluded
Commonwealth and JPMorgan Chase have announced the next phase of their collaboration to address the challenges and opportunities that emerging technologies present for advancing financial inclusion of US workers earning low and moderate incomes.
Faulu Bank Announces KSH 1.5B Credit Line for Farmers
Faulu Microfinance Bank has committed KSH 1.5 billion (≈ $11.424.219,30) to enable farmers in 47 counties in Kenya to purchase farm and animal inputs.