Based on 3,822 (majority women) VSLA member interviews, this brief represents quantitative data from Burundi, Colombia, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Mali, Niger, and Vietnam.

This report shares important insights about the benefits of Village Savings and Lending Associations transitioning from paper to digital ledgers using the DreamSave app.

Building on a 2020 GSMA study which showed that PAYG solar energy customers use mobile money significantly more than other mobile customers, this study looks at 120 in-depth interviews to understand the reasons behind customers' increased usage of mobile money.

Findings from multi-country, multi-operator study in Africa

Leveraging PAYGO to increase solar energy access in MFI-solar distributor partnerships

This report compiles all the learnings from five years of market development in three countries. It brings forth the voices of customers and the stakeholders with whom UNCDF engaged.

Looking at the prevalence, role and nature of cross-border transactions

Building interoperable payment systems that promote financial inclusion in East Africa

Processes and lessons learned in implementing complaint resolution systems

Research findings and discussion points from graduation programs in Burundi and Rwands