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Published on 04:27 GMT

BehanVox: A Kafkaesque Nightmare

Fulo’s story has to be heard to be believed. A child bride from an utterly impoverished Dalit family from one riverine village she arrives in another, Alani, that sits on the banks of the flood-prone Kosi. She was already used to labour – at age 8 she had …

Source: BehanBox - Left-wing
Published on Sep 5, 2026

The Ah Long epidemic: How rigid banks and a missing safety net fuel Malaysia’s hidden poverty

By Murray Hunter MALAYSIA’S official economic narrative is one of resilience and progress. GDP growth figures are regularly bandied about, household debt is cited at around 84% of GDP, and poverty statistics are presented as under control. Yet beneath …

Source: The Vibes - Pending
Published on 12:59 GMT

The modern economics of child marriage

For years, global discourses have treated child marriage as a static, ancient cultural artefact, a stubborn remnant of the past that simply refuses to fade. But if we look closely at the fracturing landscapes of East Africa and Asia, a more complex, …

Source: Meer - Neutral
Published on 01:14 GMT

150 University Academic Projects to Receive N20m Research Grant

Oluchi Chibuzor and Jessica Erobomhan About 150 Innovative university academic projects at undergraduate and post-graduate level will receive N20m in the 2026 Grooming Centre University research grant. Speaking at the opening of call for application in …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Aug 31, 2026

From recovery to resilience: Shaping the next chapter of Philippine microfinance

FROM THE MARGINS A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of joining fellow microfinance leaders, policymakers, and development practitioners at the 2026 Annual Conference of the Microfinance Council of the Philippines, Inc. (MCPI) at the Century Park Hotel in …

Source: Manila Bulletin - Pro-Government
Published on Aug 30, 2026

Microfinance promised economic freedom but created more debt for the 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: Scroll.in - Center-left
Published on Aug 25, 2026

ROT AT MICROFINANCE SUPPORT CENTRE! Top Bosses Face Arrest Over Sh22.67bn loss, Sh62bn Loan Write-Offs, LEGS Project ...

KAMPALA — Trouble is deepening at the Microfinance Support Centre (MSC) after Parliament ordered the arrest of the institution’s top management for allegedly dodging a second summons to appear before lawmakers and answer questions over billions of …

Source: Red Pepper - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 25, 2026

Nigeria’s poverty rate stuck at 63% despite economic stabilisation

Nigeria’s poverty rate is projected to remain broadly unchanged at 63 percent in 2026 despite improvements in macroeconomic stability, underscoring the difficulty of translating lower inflation, a more stable naira and stronger economic growth into better …

Source: Business Day - 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

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 Sep 5, 2026

GEED Foundation Supports 300 Vulnerable Children With School Supplies

The GEED Foundation has donated school supplies to 300 children from various wharf communities in Freetown, reinforcing its commitment to supporting vulnerable families and complementing the Government’s Free Quality Education programme. The distribution …

Source: Sierraloaded - Center-right
Published on Aug 19, 2026

From Bangladesh to India, Cambodia and the Philippines, why has microfinance failed to live up to its promise?

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: Daily Star - Neutral
Published on Aug 19, 2026

Microfinance was supposed to save Asia’s poor. Why has it failed to live up to its promise?

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: The National Tribune - Center-left
Published on Sep 4, 2026

IsDB Group Chairman and Professor Muhammad Yunus Discuss Approaches to Development Financing for Greater Social and ...

Dhaka, People’s Republic of Bangladesh, 3 September 2026 – H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank Group, met Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus at the Yunus Centre in Dhaka to exchange views on how development financing …

Source: Islamic Development Bank - Gov't Institution
Published on Sep 3, 2026

IsDB chairman meets Prof Yunus

Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Dr Muhammad Al Jasser met Nobel Laureate Prof Muhammad Yunus today (3 September) and exchanged views on development, entrepreneurship and innovative solutions to social challenges. The IsDB delegation …

Source: The Business Standard - Neutral
Published on Sep 3, 2026

University don calls for better credit system for women farmers

A professor of agricultural economics at Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, Taibat Yusuf, has urged Nigerian authorities to remove structural barriers limiting women’s participation in the agricultural sector. Mrs Yusuf made the call while delivering …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on Sep 3, 2026

Peace, security vital to improving human living conditions – Scholar

Prof. Danladi Atu, Director-General, African Peace Institute and Social Studies (APIS), has called for a shift from traditional state-centred security to a human-centred approach that prioritizes the protection, dignity, welfare and participation of …

Source: Quick News Africa - Pending
Published on Sep 4, 2026

The Editor's Post: Child-lens investing: the South Yorks model with global ambitions

One of the perks of my job is that I get to speak to fascinating people who are both experts in their field and passionate about what they do. And that usually involves finding new ways of tackling seemingly unsolvable problems – an amazing pick-me-up in …

Source: Pioneers Post - Pending
Published on Sep 3, 2026

Indian Community Will Not Be Sidelined In National Development Agenda - PM Anwar

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 3 (Bernama) -- The Indian community will not be sidelined in the national development agenda, with the MADANI Government continuing to expand efforts to improve the community’s standard of living, said Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar …

Source: Bernama - Pro-Government

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 13:24 GMT

JazzCash Marks 10th Anniversary with Launch of AI Foundry

New facility brings together AI, customer research and rapid prototyping to build simpler, more inclusive financial experiences ISLAMABAD, September 07, 2026: JazzCash, Pakistan's leading digital financial services provider and a subsidiary of VEON Ltd …

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Published on September 2, 2026 - 09:59 GMT

Teniz Capital names Salikhov management board chairman as China pipeline builds

ALMATY, Kazakhstan, Sept. 2, 2026 — Teniz Capital Investment Banking JSC (KASE: TCIB) has appointed banker Talgat Salikhov and Chairman of its Management Board, or CEO, effective immediately, the firm's board of directors said on a regulatory filing …

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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 27, 2026 - 11:48 GMT

Bank Kiosk Market Size to Hit USD 86.50 Billion by 2035 with a 14.30% CAGR

Bank Kiosk Market Size, Share and Research Report By Deployment Type (On-Premise, Cloud-Based), By Transaction Type (Cash Deposits, Cash Withdrawals NEW YORK,, NY, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Global Bank Kiosk market was …

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Published on August 26, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp to Host 2026 Strategic Update on November 17, 2026

Lima, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, August 26, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. (“Credicorp”) (NYSE: BAP | BVL: BAP), Peru’s leading financial services holding company with operations in Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, Panama, and the United States, …

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Published on August 25, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

Qfin Holdings Announces Second Quarter and Interim 2026 Unaudited Financial Results and Declares Semi-Annual Dividend

SHANGHAI, China, Aug. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qfin Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: QFIN; HKEx: 3660) (“Qfin Holdings” or the “Company”), a leading AI-empowered Credit-Tech platform in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the second …

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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 …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
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 September 7, 2026 - 14:21 GMT

Pivex Membership Turns Unused Challenge Accounts Into Credits Traders Can Bank for Later

The recurring plan grants a challenge account every billing cycle, holds unused accounts as credits, and lowers the cost per attempt. UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A trader who breaches a proprietary trading challenge …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 14:15 GMT

Meet Paywint at Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh & Explore Partnership Opportunities

Meet Paywint at Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh, Sept. 14–16, for live demos, payment solutions, and fintech partnership opportunities. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paywint is an exhibition partner at …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 13:30 GMT

Antarctic Exchange Raises $7 Million From Wall Street Investors to Back Its Retail-Focused DEX

Antarctic Exchange raises $7 Million from Wall Street Derivatives Traders in their latest fundraising round to target new retail traders. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Antarctic Exchange has raised $7 million from Wall …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 13:09 GMT

NOWPayments Runs Its Own TOKEN2049 Travel on Staynex, Opens Co-Branded Booker to 20,000+ Partners

What the payments company booked for its own team in Singapore is now open to its network: 2.65M properties, 700+ airlines and 300+ crypto payment options. SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOWPayments business ecosystem, the …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Companies ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 13:09 GMT

South Korea Investment Migration Draws Attention as European Golden Visas Tighten

As European golden visas tighten in 2026, global investors evaluate South Korea's fast-track investment residency as a strategic Asian alternative. SG, SINGAPORE, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As of 2026, strategies for acquiring …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Financial Literacy Educator Unveils Proprietary Generational Wealth Sequence for Families

Why a bigger paycheck is not wealth, and the four-step order Nationwide Financial Firm teaches instead. SAINT PETERSBURG, FL, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nationwide Financial Firm has broken wealth building into four …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Companies ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 12:51 GMT

Tycoons launches its first edition in Dubai with 500 global investment leaders in attendance

Thani Al Zeyoudi: UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global hub for capital and investment DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tycoons, an initiative of the AIM Global Foundation, launched its …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 12:27 GMT

Maksym Krippa Acquires One of Eastern Europe’s Largest Exhibition Complexes

Ukrainian entrepreneur Maksym Krippa acquires the International Exhibition Centre, strengthening investment in major Ukrainian infrastructure during wartime. KYIV, KYIV, UKRAINE, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ukrainian entrepreneur …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 12:26 GMT

Bibi Apampa, The Retirement Queen®, Launches New Book on Retirement Planning for Pastors

New resource and PASTOR™ Retirement Framework help women in ministry, female pastors and faith leaders prepare for financial security and life beyond the pulpit WATFORD, HERTFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Book Publishing Industry ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Credit Union Marketing Agency Publishes 2026 Deposit Growth Guide as Checking Incentives Average $277 per Account

Deposit growth marketing strategy, financial institution campaign services, and credit union marketing strategy that grow core deposits and lower cost of funds LAKE MARY, FL, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Evok Credit …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

COS Systems CTO to Address Altnet Integration at Connected Britain 2026

COS Wholesale Engine runs in live production as UK altnet consolidation accelerates UMEå, VäSTERBOTTEN, SWEDEN, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COS Systems CTO Sajan Parikh joins the panel "Making consolidation a reality: …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Conferences & Trade Fairs ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

A European Gateway to Commercial Space is established in Dübendorf

Zurich Gains Direct Access to the International Space Station and the Starlab Space Station ZURICH, ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for Space and Aviation Switzerland and Liechtenstein (CSA) is bringing …

Distribution channels: Aviation & Aerospace Industry, Banking, Finance & Investment Industry ...
Published on September 7, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Diaspora Anxiety: Thousands of NRIs return from their summer trip to India under a cloud of gloom.

The annual visit home, daily interactions with parents and first-hand experiences create 'worry demons' that follow you back and stay with you all year round. NEW DELHI, DELHI, INDIA, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW DELHI, …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Portugal Extends Golden Visa Citizenship Timeline to 10 Years

Portugal’s revised Nationality Law has changed the residence requirements for Golden Visa holders seeking citizenship MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Portugal’s revised Nationality Law changes when Golden Visa …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Meridian Intelligence Group lancia un servizio di consulenza dedicato all'architettura AI

Offre consulenza continuativa da parte del proprio Principal Intelligence Architect alle aziende regolamentate che implementano sistemi di IA. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meridian Intelligence Group, Inc …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 08:42 GMT

Pivex Introduces a Subscription Option for Traders Who Need More Than One Evaluation Attempt

The recurring plan grants a challenge account each billing cycle and banks unused accounts as credits, lowering the cost per attempt. NY, UNITED STATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pivex, a proprietary trading firm that runs one-step …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

FISCAL Technologies' updated module helps finance teams act on credit score risk with confidence

The P2P risk management platform features an upgraded supplier credit score monitoring module so users prevent supply chain risks before they affect finances. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FISCAL exists to help …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 07:58 GMT

Dangote Refinery IPO Could Test the Depth of African Capital Markets

Proposed 4.1-billion-share offer could raise ₦2.15 trillion if fully subscribed, placing market capacity, disclosure and regional participation under scrutiny. JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This is …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 07:20 GMT

Industry Events Expands Focus on Cross-Industry Intelligence as Global Economic Strategies Reshape Business

New editorial direction aims to help executives and professionals understand the industries, innovations and relationships influencing their own sectors SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Industry Events is expanding its …

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Published on September 7, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

The satellite operator founded as ABS turns 20 in 2026, becoming Agility Beyond Space

Agility Beyond Space turns twenty in 2026 and marks it with a new brand, and a new strategy. DUBAI, DUBAYY, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, September 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Agility Beyond Space turns twenty in 2026 and marks it with a new brand, and a new …

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