COVID-19 FinDev Weekly Update | 09 - 15 Jul 2020
A roundup of the most relevant coronavirus-related news, resources and events from the past week
Innovation vs. Consumer Protection: Striking the Right Regulatory Balance
Five principles and five key actions to help build trust and confidence in Kenya’s digital finance ecosystem
It’s Time to Address the Financing Gap for Female Tech Entrepreneurs in Africa
How can we get more investment to women-led companies and more women in the investment pipeline?
COVID-19 Threatens the Microfinance Sector and the Livelihoods of Those We Serve: Building a Coalition for Collective Action
An invitation to microfinance networks and organizations to join the coalition and raise their voices
From the Microfinance Coalition: Call to Action for Investors
How investors respond during this pandemic will determine the extent to which MFIs are able to respond to the needs of their customers.
FinEquity June 2020 Newsletter
FinEquity's June 2020 Newsletter As virtual engagement becomes the new normal, FinEquity's facilitation and engagement platforms play a vital role in ensuring our community's continued learning, knowledge exchange, collaboration, and impact. Sign-up for our mailing list to receive the monthly FinEquity Newsletter directly in your inbox.
Instant Liquidity Support for Mobile Money Agents
Inclusive fintech Flow shares how they have adapted their model to continue providing a much-needed service during the coronavirus crisis.
From the Microfinance Coalition: Call to Action for Donors
In light of the impact of the COVID-19 crisis, the foundational support of donors is once again crucial to preserving and fostering responsible financial inclusion.
From the Microfinance Coalition: Call to Action for Policymakers
Policymakers should work closely with MFIs to find the right balance between helping clients in times of stress and preserving the long-term financial viability of the sector.
Brett Matthews, My Oral Village
Brett MattThews is the founder and executive director of My Oral Village. In this FinEquity Member Spotlight Interview Brett tells us about "oral information management" (OIM) and the naïve assumption that voice is a ‘magic bullet’.