After Two-Year Hiatus, AFI Working Groups Meet in Person in Ecuador
With the global economy still in recovery from the pandemic, AFI members are intensifying efforts to accelerate effective, targeted and sustainable financial inclusion policy and regulatory solutions.
Microfinance Pioneer BRAC Taps Capital Markets to Launch Debt Program
The aim of BRAC International (BI) Microfinance and their investors is to provide far wider financial access and support to its clients, primarily women living in poverty and hard-to-reach areas, across Africa and Asia.
Pakistan: JS Investments Launches JS Microfinance Sector Fund
With this addition, the company stays true to its vision of providing investors of Pakistan access to all asset classes.
Remote and Hybrid Working Amplfying Burnout in Financial Service Professionals - Survey Results
A new study by LemonEdge found that while some workers have experienced the positive benefits of hybrid working, and even decreased levels of burnout, a third of financial and banking services workers state levels of burnout has increased due to changes in work environment since the pandemic and working from home hybrid model.
OPay, Mastercard Tie-Up Drives Financial Inclusion in Middle East, Africa
OPay and Mastercard are collaborating to drive financial inclusion across the Middle East and Africa by partnering to open up digital commerce in the region
IFC Supports Sustainable Bond Issued by GF Mega to Boost SME´s Growth in Mexico
A new investment will help increase access to finance for small businesses, especially women-owned firms, while promoting sustainable projects in Mexico.
BBVA Chairman Announces BBVA Microfinance Foundation’s Adherence to the Edison Alliance to Accelerate the Digital Inclusion of Low-income People
This adherence is supported by the Foundation’s commitment to contribute to the digital inclusion of low-income populations in Latin America.
Opportunity International and 2022 Nobel Peace Prize Nominee Keith Krach Announce Trusted Tech Microfinance Initiative
The partnership will transform the lives of microentrepreneurs by empowering them to participate in the digital economy, with innovative paths to earn income, gain confidence in trusted technology, and improve the quality of life for their families and communities.
ABC Fund Lends $3M to Finamiga to Fund 5K Vehicle, Agricultural Loans for Women in Colombia
Finamiga plans to use the wholesale loan to fund 4,000 retail agricultural loans and 1,000 motorcycle loans.
IFC Makes Debt Investment in Microfinance Entity CreditAccess Grameen
The proceeds will be used towards expanding the company’s portfolio to female borrowers for income generation purposes, specifically in the low-income or rural areas of India.