Insights into key questions about the future of global microfinance, and specifically the future of policy and subsidy for microfinance, can be gained from an unlikely place: the United States. 

On March 14, FinEquity Africa had its first Annual Convening in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The event was co-hosted with FinEquity Africa’s three knowledge partners, Graça Machel Trust (FMT), the Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) Network, and Digital Frontiers Institute (DFI).

This evidence synthesis examines a range of studies published to examine the impact of financial innovations that have addressed barriers women face in accessing and using credit for productive purposes. 

This case study explores how AIA Sri Lanka remained resilient and dedicated to becoming the preferred life insurer for women, at a time when addressing the gender protection gap was more needed than ever. 

The Government of São Tomé and Príncipe, in partnership with the United Nations Capital Development Fund, last week announced the launch of the Local Climate Adaptive Living Facility.

The partnership also focuses on designing and supporting cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprises.

Axis Bank and Piramal Finance's recent partnership aims to boost financial inclusion for underserved borrowers, facilitate easier access to credit for MSMEs to foster business growth.

The $75 million IFC loan will support Li & Fung's working capital needs and its supply-chain fintech affiliate Air8 in expanding its supply-chain solutions and financing services for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

VisionFund International has reached 5.2 million children in 25 countries. Majority of those impacted were from the African region, with 4.5 million children. 

Cocoa is one of the world’s most prized foods, but the smallholder farmers in Cote d’Ivoire who produce it live in extreme poverty. Formal land ownership can improve their financial outlook.