BGMEA, Mitro Fintech Signs Deal to Improve RMG Workers Financial Inclusion
The Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association has partnered with Mitro Fintech Ltd to improve the financial inclusion of Ready-Made Garments workers by offering them digital financial solutions.
DFS Accelerator With Gender Focus by IDEO Last Mile Money: Apply by 26 May
Startups are invited to apply to the IDEO Last Mile Money’s 2023 Accelerator for a $50K in grant funding, world-class design support from IDEO, and access to their global network of partners.
Samoa’s New Digital Payment System to Boost Financial Inclusion and Support Economic Activity
The new national digital payment platform, the Samoa Automated Transfer System (SATS), is expected to increase access to the financial system for all Samoans.
Futu Holdings Enters Malaysia With Investment Platform, Introducing Financial Inclusion Solutions
Futu Holdings Limited announces its expansion into Malaysia with its super investment platform, moomoo, introducing a comprehensive suite of tech-driven offerings to promote financial inclusion.
TransUnion, Monevo and Incuto Collaborate on Credit Access for Community Banks
This joint initiative helps credit unions and community development finance institutions to offer their products to a wider audience, increasing competitiveness and promoting financial inclusion.
Registration Is Now Open for Certified Expert in Financial Inclusion Policy Online Training
This course will provide an understanding of the design and implementation of regulatory frameworks that help promote financial inclusion.
IFC Launches Women’s Economic Empowerment Program in Tanzania
Anaweza: She Can, launched by IFC, is a wide-ranging program to empower women across Tanzania's economy to access financing, attain leadership positions in the private sector, and launch or grow businesses.
Fortune Credit Ltd, Fundación Génesis Empresarial, & Yikri Announced As Finalists for European Microfinance Award 2023 on Inclusive Finance for Food Security & Nutrition
On the 19 and 20 September 2023, the Selection Committee for the European Microfinance Award 2023 (EMA2023) on “Inclusive Finance for Food Security & Nutrition” selected the three finalists who will go on to compete for the EUR 100,000 prize.
Iowa Credit Union Foundation Announces $150,000 Grant Initiative to Increase Financial Inclusion in Iowa
The Iowa Credit Union Foundation recently announced a new three-year, $150,000 investment in a grant initiative that will address barriers to financial well-being for minority populations in Iowa.
The State Bank of Pakistan Awards In-Principle Approval to 5 Digital Retail Banks
The awardees include HugoBank Limited, KT Bank Pakistan Limited, Mashreq Bank Pakistan Limited, Raqami Islamic Digital Bank Limited and Telenor Microfinance Bank Limited.