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Oct 7, 2019
Answering Africa’s Call for Private Equity Capital in SMEs
By providing risk capital and technical assistance to fund managers, IFC’s SME Ventures program supports promising young businesses.
Sep 18, 2019
Replacing Fossil Fuel Generators Offers Clean-Energy Options
A new study reveals the long-term costs of backup generators in developing countries—and points to solutions.
Sep 13, 2019
This Mongolian Entrepreneur Outpaces Expectations
Services provided by IFC client XacBank enable small enterprises in Mongolia to thrive.
Jul 22, 2019
How Loans to Small Businesses Are Changing Lives in Lebanon
IFC’s focus on extending financial services to small businesses across the Middle East and North Africa led to our partnership with Bank Audi—which has now disbursed 5,000 collateral-free small business loans.
May 29, 2019
Microloans Offer Jordanian Entrepreneurs Better Options
IFC’s investment and advice are helping microfinance institution Tamweelcom expand its support to small entrepreneurs.
Jan 9, 2019
Can a Truck Help Secure a Bank Loan? In Malawi, It Can.
An IFC-supported collateral registry in Malawi helps thousands of entrepreneurs previously excluded from formal credit.
Nov 15, 2018
Technology Helps African Farmers Sell What They Sow
A Kenyan mobile phone platform is offering local farmers access to a transparent marketplace that offers higher prices for their goods.
Oct 30, 2018
For Women in India, Small Loans Have a Big Impact
Microloans help millions of marginalized families start and expand businesses, purchase essentials, and support their children’s education.
Aug 6, 2018
Women Entrepreneurs in Vietnam Get a Fair Shot with Financing
Funding and advice from IFC client VPBank are helping female entrepreneurs in Vietnam grow their small businesses.
Jun 21, 2018
Banks’ Focus on Women in Latin America Boosts Business for All
IFC’s Banking on Women program supports female entrepreneurs in the region so they can create jobs and spur economic growth.
