Lessons from traditional small-scale shopkeepers in Mexico on finding incentives beyond business education and cash provision

In this FinDev interview, Carine Roenen of Fonkoze shares the story of their healthcare program, Boutik Santé, winner of the 2021 European Microfinance Award. 

A roundup of the most relevant coronavirus-related news, resources and events from the past week, carefully curated by FinDev editors for the microfinance and financial inclusion community.

What National Financial Inclusion Strategies have accomplished so far in the region, and what more needs to be done

Interview with European Microfinance Award winner, Cooperativa de Ahorro y Préstamo Tosepantomin, about their sustainable housing program for rural indigenous communities.

After considering partnering with MFIs for a new asset-based financing program, the biogas system producer realized they'd be better off creating their own program. Here they share their experiences and lessons learned.

An honest conversation about social performance in Latin America at the SPTF Annual Meeting

When does microfinance regulation help the institutions it covers, and when does it hinder them? A lively conversation took place at the SPTF Annual Meeting between regulators and the regulated in Latin America.

María Cavalcanti, President and CEO of Pro Mujer, talks about gender and leadership with the Portal