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Opportunity International and 2022 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Keith Krach Announce Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative
The partnership will transform the lives of microentrepreneurs by empowering them to participate in the digital economy, with innovative paths to earn income, gain confidence in trusted technology, and improve the quality of life for their families and communities.
BBVA Chairman Announces BBVA Microfinance Foundation’s Adherence to the Edison Alliance to Accelerate the Digital Inclusion of Low-income People
This adherence is supported by the Foundation’s commitment to contribute to the digital inclusion of low-income populations in Latin America.
IFC Supports Sustainable Bond Issued by GF Mega to Boost SME´s Growth in Mexico
A new investment will help increase access to finance for small businesses, especially women-owned firms, while promoting sustainable projects in Mexico.
OPay, Mastercard Tie-Up Drives Financial Inclusion in Middle East, Africa
OPay and Mastercard are collaborating to drive financial inclusion across the Middle East and Africa by partnering to open up digital commerce in the region
Remote and Hybrid Working Amplfying Burnout in Financial Service Professionals - Survey Results
A new study by LemonEdge found that while some workers have experienced the positive benefits of hybrid working, and even decreased levels of burnout, a third of financial and banking services workers state levels of burnout has increased due to changes in work environment since the pandemic and working from home hybrid model.
Pakistan: JS Investments Launches JS Microfinance Sector Fund
With this addition, the company stays true to its vision of providing investors of Pakistan access to all asset classes.
Microfinance Pioneer BRAC Taps Capital Markets to Launch Debt Program
The aim of BRAC International (BI) Microfinance and their investors is to provide far wider financial access and support to its clients, primarily women living in poverty and hard-to-reach areas, across Africa and Asia.
After Two-Year Hiatus, AFI Working Groups Meet in Person in Ecuador
With the global economy still in recovery from the pandemic, AFI members are intensifying efforts to accelerate effective, targeted and sustainable financial inclusion policy and regulatory solutions.
ABC Fund Provides $3M to Microfinance Lending Initiatives in Colombia
The lending brings the Fund’s total number of investments to 23 firms globally, as it continues its goal to enhance the everyday lives and livelihoods of smallholder farmers while increasing opportunities for women and younger individuals.
Take Part in e-MFP’s Financial Inclusion Compass Survey; Now Open Until 7 June
The survey is available in English, Spanish and French, and like last year, the final publication will be produced in all three languages as well.