During the program, participants engaged with leading institutions, regulators, Shariah scholars, and financial sector professionals, gaining firsthand exposure to Pakistan’s advancements in Islamic banking, Shariah governance, microfinance, fintech, capital markets, and agricultural finance.

The proceeds of the $100 million issuance will be used to finance women-owned SMEs, as well as mortgage loans for women in Türkiye. 

These investments will expand access to funding for female investors and entrepreneurs, with a focus on the eight growth-driving sectors of the Government’s Industrial Strategy – from life sciences to digital & technology – that underpin UK growth.

The loan will boost access to finance for youth-led micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), helping young people to grow their businesses.

Non-profit Women in Banking & Finance has set up a new council to support growth and innovation.

The official inauguration of the new service points reflects the bank’s ongoing organic expansion strategy aimed at strengthening financial inclusion, enhancing service accessibility, and supporting the economic and social development of communities across Oman.

To mark the launch of BAHAA Impact Consulting Ltd. and in line with its commitment to advancing financial inclusion and institutional excellence, the firm is introducing its largest Corporate Social Responsibility initiative to date.

Over a span of eight years, 117 million women across 22 countries who were previously excluded from the formal financial system now have access to financial solutions like savings, loans, insurance and credit, enabling greater economic potential.

Backed by Access Bank’s Africa-wide footprint, the W Initiative is aimed to unlock opportunities, deepen financial inclusion, and accelerate the success of women entrepreneurs across Kenya.

As part of a new partnership with REWU, Bank of Kigali is joining the 2025 celebrations not only as a sponsor, but as a long-term financial partner dedicated to improving access to financial services, expanding digital inclusion, and empowering mining workers across the country.