FINCA Ventures Finca Ventures Invests in Farmer Livelihoods, Financial Inclusion and Education
FINCA Ventures, the venture arm of the global microfinance institution FINCA, invests in early-stage social enterprises providing essential products and services for low-income people.
Sweeter Prospects for Cocoa Farmers
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.
Entry Points for Targeted Digital Finance Services for Smallholder Farmers in the Democratic Republic Of Congo
The goal of this case study is to provide inspiration for program designers, implementers and others who want to understand some of the challenges and entry points for increasing rural finance via digital technologies and/or the digital landscape in DRC.
Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRAg) Whitepaper
This whitepaper examines how stakeholders can use and finance digital technology to address smallholder farmers’ challenges caused by conflict, the pandemic, and climate change.
Agritech and Fintech Providers in East and Southern Africa
This report examines the universe of agritech and fintech providers that influence access to finance for small-scale farmers and agricultural SMEs in East and Southern Africa.
Gender-Transformative Business Models in Agriculture
Insights from five leading agricultural companies help us understand how businesses can advance gender equity by taking specific steps to address harmful gender norms and reduce gender gaps.
Faulu Bank Announces KSH 1.5B Credit Line for Farmers
Faulu Microfinance Bank has committed KSH 1.5 billion (≈ $11.424.219,30) to enable farmers in 47 counties in Kenya to purchase farm and animal inputs.
Scaling up Responsible Digital Payments in the Rwandan Tea Sector
This report proposes an approach for scaling digital payments in the Rwandan tea sector building on the evolving payments ecosystem.
Women in Rural and Agricultural Livelihoods + Climate - Insights, Opportunities, and Strategy
These documents synthesize research and insights to date regarding women in rural and agricultural livelihoods, financial and non-financial services, and climate change.
Wartime Wheat: Supporting Farmers and Food Security in Ukraine
Affordable financing is critical for Ukrainian agribusinesses as they support their fellow farmers and soldiers on the front lines.