All Publications
Literature Review: Micro and Small Enterprise (MSEs’) Financing in Kenya, Uganda and India
The Literature Review delves into the landscape of women-owned nano and micro-enterprises in India, Kenya, and Uganda, summarizing the existing knowledge and gaps, with the aim of unlocking more capital and effectively meeting these enterprises' financial and non-financial needs.
Putting Agents to Use: Insights From a Multicountry Research on Customer’s Usage of CICO Agents
This report shares strategies for enhancing customer retention among cash-in and cash-out (CICO) agents.
Contribution to the Measurement of Digital Financial Inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa
This study aims to quantify the progress made in the development of digital financial services in sub-Saharan Africa.
Diagnostic of Gender and Age Norms in Financial Inclusion - A Pilot Study in Five Districts of Malawi
This report presents an investigation into how social norms impact rural women’s and youth’s ability to access and use formal financial products and services in Malawi.
Empowering Small Giants: Inclusive Embedded Finance for Micro-Retailers
This report outlines various business models that incorporate last-mile retailers into digital ordering platforms, offering them convenience, transparency, and a wide range of products.
Green Inclusive Finance in Sub-Saharan Africa: Enabling Environments, Challenges and Opportunities
This study highlights the critical role of financial service providers in mitigating climate risks and promoting green financial products that enhance the resilience of vulnerable communities.
Group Cash Transfers in South Sudan: Case Study and Learning Brief
The focus of this study is to evaluate the implementation and impact of Group Cash Transfers in Raja, South Sudan.
Making Financial Services Accessible to Low-Income Populations Through Financial Education and Social Empowerment
This study illustrates how digitalization can improve financial inclusion, customer experience, and operational efficiency for low-income populations and financial institutions.
Responsible Agricultural Practices of a Cocoa Buying Company in Ghana
This case study shares extensive recommendations to the trader, its financial investors, the government, and other stakeholders based on the findings.
Banking on Women Who Trade Across Borders
Drawing from interviews across Africa and Latin America, this report explores the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs and proposes solutions.