The National Treasury yesterday published the Financial Inclusion Policy Framework for South Africa, titled “An Inclusive Financial Sector for All” following the endorsement and approval of the policy framework by Cabinet on 8 August 2023.

Latin American fintech Clara has launched a payment account in Brazil that it expects will help it reach $1.23 billion in transactions in 2024.

These programs are designed to empower insurance supervisors and other stakeholders engaged in the development of index insurance markets, particularly in Emerging and Developing Economies.

IFC and DFC's backing, with $7.5 million in equity investment from each institution, will enhance Pomona's support for SMEs in the agriculture, education, health, and water sectors, among others.

AFI and the Intergovernmental Group of 24 (G-24) body held a Central Bank Governors' Roundtable on the topic of the evolving mandates of central banks in October.

VisionFund International proudly commemorates two decades of dedicated service in championing financial inclusion and fostering rural economic growth, all while building brighter futures for children worldwide.

The organization is looking to enter in up to eight new partnerships in 2024, including with socially-focused microfinance institutions, social enterprises, nonprofit organizations, and cooperatives.

The Microinsurance Accelerator Program is open to visionary CEOs and decision-makers committed to thriving by mitigating risks for the underserved.

Taught by Women’s World Banking and Oxford University’s Saïd Business School, this program equips senior officials from central banks and other regulatory agencies in emerging markets with the skills to identify, design and implement a policy to advance women’s financial inclusion.

The award, which was given by the Financial Services Authority, recognizes  BNI's initiatives to help micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) owned by people with disabilities through financing.