All News and Feature Stories
Results - 20 of at least 401 items found
Jan 12, 2021
In Kosovo, Microfinance Expands Herds—And Hopes
Micro loans are helping the nation’s farming sector weather the COVID-19 crisis.
Jan 6, 2021
In Afghanistan, Women Entrepreneurs Keep the Dream Alive
Targeted IFC support is helping women entrepreneurs weather the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dec 21, 2020
Sunny-Side Up: Adding Solar Power to Uzbekistan’s Future
A groundbreaking new solar project aims to help Uzbekistan transition to clean energy.
Dec 16, 2020
Navigating Africa’s New Logistics Landscape
The African Continental Free Trade Area, opening in early 2021, positions the continent’s tech-enabled logistics companies for growth and investment.
Dec 16, 2020
En Route to Investment
African e-logistics companies are jump-starting intra-regional trade. Investors are paying attention.
Dec 16, 2020
First Person: The Show Must Go On
During COVID-19, Tunisia’s tech entrepreneurs pitch investors virtually.
Dec 16, 2020
Heard the One About the Internet?
World Bank 2020 Blog4Dev winner Esther Modise makes the case for digital education in Africa.
Dec 16, 2020
Tech is an Equalizer
Dec 11, 2020
The Maker
Shola Akinlade, cofounder and CEO of Paystack, discusses how focusing on local nuances helped him build a successful business in Africa.
Dec 9, 2020
Getting to the Root of Africa’s Food Challenges
Boosting local production is key to addressing food security in the region.
