All News and Announcements
Remittances in the Time of Pandemic
Remittance inflow to South Asian countries indeed fell during the peak of the global pandemic.
Buusaa Gonofaa Microfinance, Muktinath Bikas Bank and RENACA-Bénin Announced as Finalists for European Microfinance Award 2020 on Encouraging Effective & Inclusive Savings
These three organizations each offer savings products & services that are demand-driven, encourage usage based on a genuine understanding of clients’ needs and behavior, reach under-served populations who need these services the most, and ensure that the savings are accessible, affordable and useful.
Banking Sector Deposits NPR 280 Million in COVID-19 Fund After Central Bank Directive
As per revised unified directives, banks and financial institutions can also contribute the fund to protect and treat their employees.
VisionFund International Welcomes New Board Member
VisionFund International is pleased to announce the appointment of Dennis Weibling to its board of directors effective 1 October 2020.
How Middle Eastern Merchants Can Keep Up With Pandemic-Driven Privacy, Payment Shifts
The region’s financial institutions and merchants have needed to work swiftly to support unprecedented levels of digital payments.
Knowledge Officer Partners With GIZ to Launch Fintech Academy in Egypt
The initiative aligns with the Knowledge Officer’s mission to empower the fintech ecosystem with education.
Launch of the AFI Europe Representative Office Co-Hosted With the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
The 90-minute launch event will take place on 5 October and will be featured live on several platforms, including AFI’s social media channels.
iQSTEL Launches New Fintech Division, Expanding Product and Digital Financial Services Offerings for the Global Markets
The initial target market for the product is expected to include the immigrant population around the world.
#SEEP2020 Learning Agenda Now Live
The conference schedule features time slots and details for each of the 30 Learning Spaces across four Technical Streams.
In-App Transactions Increase Three-Fold as Qi Card Keeps Economy Moving During Pandemic
Qi Card mobile money offering provides Iraqis with digital means for safe and secure financial transactions.