This initiative refines and expands coverage of the parametric insurance product that was first launched in 2021 and aims to strengthen Fiji’s financial resilience against climate change and natural disasters.

This award recognizes LAPO’s outstanding contributions to the microfinance sector and its pivotal role in improving the livelihoods of countless individuals and businesses.

The financing will allow Shinhan Finance to continue providing much-needed longer-term loans and enhance the resilience of smaller enterprises, which are critical for economic growth and job creation.

The debt facility provided by Triodos Microfinance Fund and Triodos Fair Share Fund will enable UNI2 to further expand its loan portfolio in post-conflict areas of the country where poverty rates are high.

New regional network will support engagement with financial institutions and policymakers across Latin America and the Caribbean to capitalize on the net-zero transition opportunity for the region.

CGAP is looking for organizations that have access to substantial amounts of data linking the use of financial services to customer outcomes. 

The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific and the United Nations Capital Development Fund partnered with Impact Investment Exchange to support rural women entrepreneurs across the region to access affordable and well-regulated financial services.

This partnership encompasses AI integration, SME solutions, enhancing online safety, fostering local collaborations, and more. Google Pay’s introduction in response to the government’s invitation strengthened financial inclusion.

The product which was developed by the Pacific Insurance and Climate Adaptation Programme, will be piloted in Samoa over the next 12 months.

Applications are now open for the Fintech Innovation Lab New York, a program founded by Accenture and the Partnership Fund for New York City.