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Paper

Assessing the Causal Effects of Microfinance on Economic Empowerment and Household Welfare of Women in Ghana: Instrumental Variable Evidence

This study estimates the causal effects of microfinance participation on economic and welfare outcomes of women in Ghana using survey data from 398 women across five regions.

Podcast

Loans to Lifelines: How Lending Innovations Enhances Climate Resilience

This episode explores two approaches that are flipping the script on how inclusive finance institutions respond to climate shocks. We dive into real-world examples from Malawi and Colombia, where these approaches are helping MFIs stay engaged during crises and unlock faster recovery for climate-affected communities.
Paper

Open Finance Oversight and Supervision: Emerging Practices and Early Lessons

This working paper brings new insights on the supervision of open finance to inform policy and regulatory design in emerging markets and developing economies.
Paper

Pathways to Financial Health

This study explores how four financial institutions serving diverse populations in Nigeria, Dominican Republic, Brazil and the Philippines are implementing products and solutions to reach the underbanked and support them on the financial inclusion journey toward financial health.

Case Study

Scaling Inclusive Insurance Through Government Systems: Lessons From the World Food Programme

Drawing on WFP's work in Zambia, Ethiopia, Cuba, and Guatemala, this case study shows how inclusive insurance can build food-secure nations at scale. 

Podcast

When Cash Can't Wait: Reimagining Payment Distribution in Sudan

Three years ago, conflict erupted in Sudan, and its toll continues to be devastating. The crisis has caused profound human suffering and dismantled the systems households once relied on to absorb shocks. This episode explores an emerging solution: the Shared Distribution Network (SEND), designed by CGAP and the Cash Consortium of Sudan to cut delays and improve cost-effectiveness.

Paper

Adopted Not Embedded: AI, Productivity and Uneven Gains for Women Entrepreneurs

Drawing on a global survey of 3,072 women entrepreneurs across 66 low and middle income countries (LMICs), this report explores the use of AI by women entrepreneurs.

Paper

Consumer Finance Risk Monitor 2026

The Consumer Finance Risk Monitor 2026 examines trends and challenges affecting financial consumers in 60 jurisdictions, and discusses responses for policymakers, regulators and supervisors.

Guide / Toolkit

Financial Services for Workers: A Short Guide for Factory Managers in Cambodia

This guide provides an overview of key financial services, practical steps for engaging with providers and tools to assess benefits and risks.