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Jan 14, 2020
Matchmaking: Tech companies, meet African health-care providers
TechEmerge is forging partnerships to improve health-care delivery and patient outcomes in East Africa. Innovators are invited to apply for seed funding and technical assistance through Feb 25.
Jan 14, 2020
Angola: Growing Beyond Oil
As the country enacts reforms to attract investment and boost competitiveness, agriculture offers great potential.
Dec 11, 2019
Scaling Small Business Lending in West Africa
Entrepreneurs need to access credit to run a successful business. The Small Loan Guarantee Program can help.
Dec 3, 2019
Africa’s IT Talent Pool
Several start-ups and universities have begun training young Africans for IT jobs—and international companies are taking notice.
Dec 2, 2019
Kenya’s Growth? <br>Three Promising Areas
Experts say that government reforms in Kenya can stimulate private sector investment, especially in agribusiness, affordable housing, and manufacturing.
Nov 28, 2019
Digital Growth Drives Nigeria’s Economy Forward
Companies like Kobo360 and PiggyVest are demonstrating how digital innovation can transform economies in Africa.
Nov 12, 2019
In Rwanda, an Investment Market at Home
In fast-growing Rwanda, potential demand for housing is huge but untapped. Now the country is working to attract private investors.
Nov 11, 2019
Ethiopian Women Reprogram Their Futures with IT Careers
Training programs and seed funding provided by IFC client Gebeya help close the gender gap in Ethiopia’s technology sector.
Oct 22, 2019
Macadamia Farmers Cultivate Business Skills Alongside Nut Trees
In Malawi, an IFC-supported program providing technical advice helps farmers become their own nut producers.
Oct 18, 2019
Creating Jobs and Transforming Economies in Africa and the Middle East
IFC supports sectors with the greatest potential to create jobs and improve people’s lives.
