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Published on Aug 22, 2026

From small loans to big businesses : How rural women are changing India’s microfinance story

Mr. Avinash Kumar, COO, DJT Microfinance, told Business Today in a conversation that rural women's borrowing has become more “purposeful, diversified and enterprise oriented”. He said women are now using formal credit for a wider range of activities, …

Source: Business Today - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Microfinance architect Kariuki calls out banks over government lending focus

Microfinance expert, Hezekiah Kariuki/HANDOUT The Culture of Banks lending Funds to the government, without giving significant priority to common citizens, is hurting the economy, says a microfinance expert, Hezekiah Kariuki. Kariuki argues that when …

Source: Star - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

Why did microfinance fail to save Asia's poor?

Microfinance was once celebrated as Asia's tool to lift people out of poverty. From Bangladesh to India, Cambodia and the Philippines, the promise was simple: provide small loans to low-income households, help them start businesses, increase income and …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Public Broadcaster
Published on Aug 22, 2026

IFC announces USD10m financing for women borrowers in Pakistan

KARACHI: The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has announced an investment of USD 10 million in ASA Microfinance Bank (Pakistan) Limited (ASA MFB) in the form of a four-year loan aimed at expanding access to finance …

Source: Business Recorder - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

Microfinance AUM Grows After Seven Quarters

Chennai: After seven consecutive quarters of decline, microfinance assets under management (AUM) rose in Q4 FY26 and disbursements too were highest in eight quarters. The guardrails imposed on borrowing have improved the health of the portfolio. Industry …

Source: Deccan Chronicle - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Nepal Political and Economic Briefing (August 22)

The Nepal government and the Durga Prasai-led group have signed a 14-point agreement, primarily addressing the grievances of microfinance victims. Following the agreement, the group has withdrawn its ongoing protest program. The development comes amid …

Source: The Annapurna Express - Neutral
Published on Aug 21, 2026

KCB Bank Uganda launches MoPesa micro-credit service on MTN MoMo

KCB Bank Uganda has launched MoPesa, a digital micro-credit and savings service delivered through MTN Mobile Money, targeting informal traders and small businesses in need of short-term financing. Developed in partnership with MTN MoMo, the solution allows …

Source: Telecompaper - Pending
Published on Aug 21, 2026

AfriGO Empowers Microfinance Banks to Accelerate Financial Inclusion

Nume Ekeghe Afrigopay Financial Services Limited, operators of Nigeria’s sovereign national payment card scheme, has called for greater collaboration and innovation in the microfinance sector as it engaged industry stakeholders at the 16th Annual General …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Government, Durga Prasai-led Campaign reach 14-point agreement, protest programmes withdrawn

KATHMANDU: The government and the Rashtra, Rastriyata, Dharma, Sanskriti Ra Nagarik Bachau Maha Abhiyan Nepal have reached a 14-point agreement, following which the campaign has decided to withdraw all its protest programmes from Saturday. The agreement …

Source: Khabarhub - Neutral
Published on Aug 22, 2026

LEGS PROJECT MESS! Sh545Bn Rural Growth Programme Hit by Land Disputes, Unaccounted Sh216M and Sh2.7Bn Loan Scandal ...

By Our Reporter A multi-billion-shilling Government programme designed to lift millions of Ugandans out of poverty through agriculture, water access, agro-processing and financial inclusion has come under a cloud of accountability questions, with serious …

Source: Red Pepper - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 22, 2026

India’s banking sector problem: Lending faster than borrowing

On the surface, India’s economy looks resilient despite global turbulence. A West Asia conflict is pushing energy prices upward. The monsoon is running below par, squeezing agricultural incomes. Yet India’s GDP growth projection for FY2026-27 stands at a …

Source: The Hans India - Neutral
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Government, Citizen Protection Mega Campaign ink 14-point agreement

Kathmandu, Aug 22: The government, and the Nation, Nationality, Religion, Culture and Citizen Protection Mega Campaign on Saturday signed a 14-point agreement. With the agreement, the Mega Campaign has announced to end all programmes of sit-ins and …

Source: Enewspolar - Neutral
Published on Aug 22, 2026

NDIC Assures Depositors Of 46 Revoked MFBs As Payments Continue

The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC), Mr. Thompson Oludare, has assured depositors of microfinance banks (MFBs) whose licences were revoked by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) that they remain …

Source: Arise News - Neutral
Published on Aug 22, 2026

India's mutual fund association announces initiatives to boost investor participation

The initiatives announced by AMFI are aimed at expanding awareness and participation across a wide range of segments. This includes women, first-time investors, households in smaller towns and cities, members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), and microfinance …

Source: NewsBytes - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 20, 2026

India Digest: Peeko, SAVE Microfinance raise funding

Peeko, a babycare-focused quick commerce platform, has raised nearly $7 million (Rs 67.4 crore) in its Series A funding round while SAVE Microfinance said that it has secured nearly $7.3 million (Rs 70 crore) in funding during FY27. Peeko raises $7m led by …

Source: Deal Street Asia - Neutral
Published on Aug 20, 2026

Why Asia’s biggest microfinance lenders face debt stress

A sharp deterioration in Indian microfinance and gaps in borrower data in Bangladesh are raising questions over whether Asia’s largest social lenders can accurately assess household debt. Multiple borrowing remains a key concern, with borrowers accessing …

Source: The Banker - Neutral
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Rastriya Prajatantra Party Faces Internal Strife Over Power Sharing and Ideological Differences

Kathmandu. Durga Prasai, who is also a medical entrepreneur, is going viral with some activity or another. There was a strong buzz about the formation of the Jai Nepal Party under the leadership of Dhaval Shamsher Rana in his support. But when it came to …

Source: Ratopati - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Banking12 hours ago Moniepoint Introduces Innovative Savings Solutions By Modupe Gbadeyanka To help customers be at ...

By Modupe Gbadeyanka To help customers be at least One Step Ahead of the effects of unexpected expenses in their everyday lives, Moniepoint Microfinance Bank has introduced new savings solutions. The financial institution designed a new brand campaign …

Source: BusinessPost Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 22, 2026

Q&A with author Carly Schwartz: living fast and healing

Carly Schwartz, the author of “I’ll try Anything Twice: Misadventures of a Self-Medicated Life,” had lived a full enough life by her late 30s to merit writing a memoir. That she’s adventurous and accomplished is unquestionable. By the time Schwartz was 30 …

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Published on August 20, 2026 - 10:10 GMT

Sparkle Security Makes Philippine Debut as Cybersecurity Partner at WFIS 2026, Bringing AI-First SDLC Innovation to BFSI

MANILA, PHILIPPINES, August 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As artificial intelligence accelerates how financial institutions build, deploy and scale digital products, the security function is facing a new mandate: move at the same speed as …

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Published on July 31, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

Rapid Recovery Microloan Program Available for Flood-Impacted Businesses

CATSKILL, N.Y. – Greene County Economic Development Corporation (GCEDC) is partnering with Columbia Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) to provide financial resources to eligible flood-impacted small businesses in both Greene and Columbia counties …

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Published on August 18, 2026 - 11:48 GMT

Shufti Becomes the Compliance Backbone Behind Prime Focus, Extending Its Reach Into Africa's Fintech Frontier

Shufti partners with an African fintech, Prime Focus, to power KYC, biometric verification, and AML/PEP/sanctions screening across two flagship platforms. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 18, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shufti, a Glocal …

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Published on August 11, 2026 - 11:56 GMT

Industrial Safety Market Poised for Sustained Expansion with 4.0% CAGR Until 2035

Industrial Safety Market Size, Share & Research Report By Component (Safety Sensors, Safety Controllers, Safety Switches & Interlocks, Safety Relays & Modules) NEW YORK,, NY, UNITED STATES, August 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on August 12, 2026 - 21:36 GMT

SBA resources help Veterans build a future in entrepreneurship

Across the country, many Veterans are looking to entrepreneurship as their next mission. The resilience and leadership gained through military service often translates naturally to the realities of owning and operating a small business. Veterans are …

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Published on August 10, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Update: Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp’s Earnings Release and Conference Call 2Q26

Lima, Aug. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, July 31, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. announces to its shareholders and the market that its 2Q26 Earnings Release will be published on Thursday, August 13, 2026, after market close. Credicorp’s webcast and …

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Published on May 13, 2026 - 20:35 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp Ltd. Announces Planned Executive Leadership Succession Across Microfinance, Finance and Audit

Lima, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru – [May 13th, 2026] – Credicorp Ltd. ("Credicorp" or "the Company") (NYSE: BAP | BVL: BAP), Peru’s leading financial services holding company in Peru with operations in Chile, Colombia, …

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Published on May 1, 2026 - 04:59 GMT

Swift Seed Micro Launches Blockchain-Powered Micro-Financing Initiative for Emerging Markets

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Swift Seed Micro is proud to announce the official launch of its innovative micro-financing solution, specifically engineered to bridge the financial gap in underserved global …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 20:10 GMT

Auditology Celebrates Its First Anniversary with Continued Focus on Practical Audit Improvement and Thoughtful Redesign

Auditology commemorates its first anniversary, reflecting on its methodology, and founder William Englehaupt’s perspective on redesigning audit processes. HARDEEVILLE, SC, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Auditology, LLC is …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 19:38 GMT

Eurabelt Fuels (pty) Ltd Opens Zero-Fee Fuel Verification to Continent of Africa and BRICS Nations

No retainer and no screening fee. Commission is earned only after a deal concludes, and verified documentation is the sole qualifier for onboarding. JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Eurabelt Fuels (Pty) Ltd has …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on August 22, 2026 - 19:31 GMT

Apex Financial Ltd Issues Brand Verification and Official Communication Notice

CO, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Apex Financial Ltd has issued a brand verification and official communication notice to help clients, partners, and members of the public identify the company’s official information …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 19:30 GMT

Apex Financial Ltd Introduces Integrated RWA and AI Trading System

Apex Financial Ltd combines AI, RWA structuring, and systematic trading for efficient multi-asset execution and risk management. CO, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Financial technology firm Apex Financial Ltd has announced the …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 19:20 GMT

Vietnamese Businesses Face a 'Strategic Inflection Point' as Traditional Competitive Advantages Gradually Run Out

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM, August 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- InnoEx Forum 2026 under the overarching theme “The Inflection Point – Where Global Shifts Fuel Business Reinvention”, brought together experts, business leaders, and investors from …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

Florida Property & Casualty Licensees: Join an Informative 4-Hour Class on New Key Compliance Updates

New P & C Mandatory update now available at the Insurance School of tampaBay featuring new laws TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Florida Property & Casualty Licensees: Enroll in a 4-Hour Self-Study CE …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 18:48 GMT

Vendors Wanted for the 7th Annual Los Angeles Wealth Grand Expo

Vendors Wanted (7th Annual Los Angeles Wealth Grand Expo) LOS ANGELES, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vendors are wanted for the 7th Annual Los Angeles Wealth Grand Expo, scheduled for Saturday, November 7, 2026, 9: …

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Published on August 22, 2026 - 18:42 GMT

Phoenix Mortgage Broker Giancarlo Anduray Integrates Home Financing & Tax Strategy Through Co-Owned Mi Casa Tax Advisors

Top-rated mortgage broker in Phoenix, Giancarlo Anduray, announces a full approach to real estate financing and tax planning in the West Valley. PHOENIX , AZ, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PHOENIX, AZ, US - August 2026 - …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 23:20 GMT

Leading Brentwood Tennessee Mortgage Broker Michael Brown Named to Scotsman Guide 2025 Top Originators List

Churchill Mortgage loan expert achieves elite national ranking in 4 categories, demonstrating exceptional resilience and commitment to Nashville homebuyers. BRENTWOOD, TN, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michael Brown, a …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 23:19 GMT

LV5 Capital Expands Multifamily Portfolio With 729 Units

Ohio-based LV5 Capital co-invests in Austin and Waco communities plus a 229-unit Lawton, Oklahoma property, extending its multifamily strategy to the Sunbelt. LIMA, OH, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LV5 Capital has …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 21:56 GMT

The Corporate Break Room Is the New Classroom: National Competition Crowns 401(k) Savers — Apply Now Before Aug. 28

Advisers Jack Towarnicky and Dave Wray say the competitors' essays surface practical lessons that others can use STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jackson, Grant Investment Advisers, Inc. is accepting …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 19:19 GMT

Stamford Health Becomes First U.S. Hospital to Treat Low Back Pain with FUSMobile’s Neurolyser XR

Chronic facet mediated back pain can now be treated Non-invasively using HiFu and cutting edge technology using sound to perform thermal ablation. STAMFORD, CT, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stamford Health Becomes First U …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 19:06 GMT

Retire SMART Served as Presenting Sponsor of Osborne Family Legacy Golf Tournament

The June 11 event supported TeamMates Mentoring and led several Retire SMART employees to become mentors. OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retire SMART served as the presenting sponsor of the Fourth Annual Osborne Family …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

Companies With Fewer Than 50 Employees Are the Fastest-Growing Segment of Latin America Hiring

New data shows small businesses driving nearshore hiring growth, using the region to bring in experienced talent they couldn't otherwise afford to hire. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hire With Near, a …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 18:04 GMT

Birchwood Credit Services: Michael Lord Named CEO and Larry Avery Appointed Vice Chairman & Executive Managing Director

Birchwood Credit Services names Michael Lord CEO as Larry Avery transitions to Vice Chairman, positioning the company for continued growth and innovation. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fort Lauderdale …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 17:35 GMT

Atlas Quant Closes Oversubscribed SEIS Tranche in Under Seven Weeks as Institutional Adoption Accelerates

Atlas Quant closes oversubscribed SEIS in under seven weeks, now finalising EIS and international allocations LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The round is anchored by a consortium of senior trading heads, portfolio …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 17:16 GMT

Pasadena Garage Door Repair Experts Named Best Garage Door Repair Company

Pasadena Garage Door Repair Experts highlights award recognition, fast response, 24/7 service, and trusted repairs across Pasadena, CA. PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasadena Garage Door Repair Experts is …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

Caribbean Energy Week 2027 Set for July 13–15 in Guyana as Regional Energy Investment Accelerates

GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The second annual Caribbean Energy Week (CEW) will take place in Guyana from July 13–15, 2027, convening regional governments, international energy companies and investors as the Caribbean …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 16:54 GMT

Social Venture Partners Arizona Launches Innovative Co-Leadership Model with Three Managing Directors

Strategic restructuring welcomes a triad of leaders bringing complementary expertise to drive impact, growth, and efficiency. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Social Venture Partners Arizona (SVPAZ) recently announced …

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Published on August 21, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

R.V. Business Tech Partners with Payarc to Bring Embedded Payments Into Its All-in-One RV Park Platform

Payarc partners with RV Business Tech to embed EMV and contactless payments into its all-in-one platform, enabling seamless RV park transactions. GREENWICH, CT, UNITED STATES, August 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The integration connects …

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