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Catalyst for “Transformative Change”: Female Entrepreneurship Fund Launched

The Female Entrepreneurship Fund is a specialized investment vehicle that channels resources from institutional investors to support women entrepreneurs in the Central American Integration System (Sica) region.

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New Secured Transactions Registry to Help Expand Financing for Small Businesses in Sri Lanka

The newly established Secured Transactions Registry aims to facilitate the use of moveable assets as collateral for loans while ensuring financial stability and fostering economic growth in Sri Lanka.

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Fintech Promotes Financial Inclusion in Bahrain

Bahrain hosts much of the most innovative fintech activity, including wider access to financial services.

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USAID Signs Agreement to Support the Expansion of Union Bank’s Women-Focused Financial Services

This impactful collaboration will promote financial inclusion by addressing the specific needs of female customers in the banking sector through in-depth market research, a robust Customer Value Proposition, and strategic linkages with Sri Lankan women and women-owned Small and Medium Enterprises.

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USAID Launches Rural Financial Inclusion Program in Guatemala

As part of the program, USAID will provide an initial investment of over $6 million to launch a Feed the Future rural financial inclusion program in Guatemala.

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Ebdaa Bahrain Microfinance Teams up With MFSYS to Digitize Banking Services

The objective of the partnership is to fully digitize all banking services offered by the company, a significant move to enhance the overall digital experience for Ebdaa's customers.

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Breaking the Cycle of Generational Poverty in Guatemala Through Microfinance

According to a recent report U.S.-based Friendship Bridge shows clear evidence of achieving its aim of breaking the cycle of generational poverty among rural families in Guatemala.

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Bahrain: Mastercard and BIBF Collaborate to Boost Financial Inclusion

Mastercard has joined forces with a renowned training and development organization Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance to drive financial inclusion in the country and the wider region. 

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Paymentology and Mastercard Join Forces to Foster Financial Inclusions in Northern Central America

Paymentology, the leading global issuer-processor, today announces an expanded partnership with Mastercard to bolster financial inclusion across Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador.

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Commercial Bank of Ceylon Launches a Digital Marketplace to Help Sri Lanka’s Small Businesses

The International Finance Corporation is supporting the Commercial Bank of Ceylon to launch a digital marketplace in Sri Lanka, which will help business owners connect with more customers locally and abroad.