Caucasus Microfinance Industry Newswire

Microfinance Victims Denounce Government Agreement as Betrayal

Kathmandu. Microfinance victims have accused the 5-point agreement reached between the Government of Nepal and the 'Struggle Committee Against Microfinance and Financial Exploitation' led by Maniram Gyawali of being a betrayal and anti-victim. The …

RM46 Mln Microfinancing In Kelantan Approved By Agrobank Since 2025

Microfinance borrowers say debt trap left them landless

Photos: Bikash Shrestha For the past several days, an unusual scene has unfolded near Maitighar in the federal capital. A large crowd of women from Nepal’s Tarai region has gathered along one side of the road. Most are dressed in yellow saris and green …

Government and Microfinance Victims' Struggle Committee Reach 5-Point Agreement

Kathmandu. A 5-point agreement has been reached between the government and the Microfinance and Financial Exploitation Struggle Committee to solve the problems of microfinance victims. The agreement was reached after the talks held at the Ministry of …

FMDQ Exchange lists N4.46bn LAPO MFB SPV bond for microfinance sector expansion

FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited has approved the listing of LAPO MFB SPV Plc’s N4.46 billion Series 1 5-Year 20 percent Fixed Rate Bond. The Bond is under its N30 billion Bond Issuance Programme. LAPO MFB SPV Plc is a special purpose vehicle established …

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 …

FMDQ Lists LAPO MFB SPV Pl N4.46Bn Bond On Platform

  Yemisi Izuora Reinforcing its commitment to deepening access to long-term capital for Nigeria’s microfinance sector, FMDQ Securities Exchange Limited, has approved the listing of LAPO MFB SPV PLC’s ₦4.46 billion Series 1 5-Year 20.00 per share Fixed Rate …

Accion Microfinance Bank deepens customer engagement at South-South regional forum

        Accion Microfinance Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening customer relationships and advancing financial inclusion through the South-South edition of its Regional Customer Forum held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The forum, part of …

Court adjourns AG’s stay bid in ex-MASLOC CEO case

Accra, Aug. 1, GNA – The Court of Appeal on Friday adjourned indefinitely the Attorney General’s application to stay the acquittal of Sedinam Christine Attionu Tamakloe, former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC …

Court of Appeal ruling on Sedina could reshape criminal prosecutions, says Inusah Fuseini

Former Member of Parliament and lawyer Inusah Fuseini has described the Court of Appeal's decision overturning the criminal conviction of Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, the former Chief Executive of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), as a …

Court of Appeal decision on Sedina raises questions about prosecution standards and appeal process – Gary Nimako

Private legal practitioner Gary Nimako has raised concerns about aspects of the Court of Appeal's decision to overturn a criminal conviction of the former Chief Executive of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, …

I was scandalised after reading Sedina Tamakloe judgment – Solomon Owusu

Director of Communications for the United Party, Solomon Owusu, says he changed his initial reaction to the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) CEO, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, after …

Sedina Tamakloe case: Godfred Dame’s prosecution was weak, trial court should be reviewed – Solomon Owusu

Director of Communications for the United Party, Solomon Owusu, has strongly criticised former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame over his handling of the criminal case against former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive, Sedina …

Microfinance Victims Continue Hunger Strike in Kathmandu

Kathmandu. The collective hunger strike started by microfinance victims at Maitighar Mandala in Kathmandu, with various five-point demands, continued on Friday. The hunger strike was initiated on Tuesday under the leadership of the 'Struggle Committee …

NPP protest over Sedina Tamakloe’s release unnecessary – Alex Abban

Former Gomoa West MP, Alexander Abban, has opposed the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) planned demonstration over the acquittal and discharge of former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive Officer, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu. According to …

Sedina Tamakloe ruling legally sound – Justice Abdulai

Private legal practitioner Justice Abdulai has defended the Court of Appeal’s decision to acquit and discharge former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive Officer, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, describing the ruling as legally sound …

Climber Nirmal Purja and Six Nepalis Die in Pakistan Avalanche; Congress Forms Committee; Passport Act to be Amended

Kathmandu. Today is Saturday, July 21, 2026. We are here with 10 news stories at 10 PM with the main events of the day - Ratopati Briefing– 1. Famous climber Nirmal Purja passes away  Famous climber Nirmal Purja has passed away. World record-holding Nepali …

GSIS disburses US$443.7m in Ginhawa Go microloans to over 463,000 members

The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS), a state-run social insurance institution in the Philippines, has released PHP27.29bn ($443.7m) in microloans to 463,608 active government employees under its Ginhawa lending programme. The scheme provides …

Sedina acquittal: Court of Appeal judgment very weak, poor in reasoning — Fo

Former Deputy Attorney General, Alfred Tuah Yeboah has criticised the Court of Appeal’s decision to overturn the conviction of former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) Chief Executive Officer, Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu, describing the …

GenBio Inc. to Participate in the 2026 Asia Bio Partnering Forum in Singapore

GenBio will meet with pharmaceutical and biotechnology leaders in Singapore to discuss its scientific platform and strategic opportunities. ALISO VIEJO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GenBio Inc., a privately held …

BFG Law ridefinisce il settore immobiliare: una sola commissione. Tutto incluso.

BFG Law, studio legale di Miami Beach, integra nella commissione immobiliare servizi legali, intermediazione, rogito, successione e società. ROMA, ITALY, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bianchi Fasani Green Law ("BFG Law"), studio …

Miami Mortgage Broker Philip Bennett Explains Financing Options for Florida Buyers and Investors in 2026

Bennett Capital Partners Mortgage Brokers outlines key considerations for conventional, condominium, jumbo, Non-QM and investment-property financing. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Miami Mortgage Broker Philip …

New Business Network for Entrepreneurs, Small Businesses and Nonprofits Aims to Make Business Visibility More Accessible

The Ask Sharifah Network launches a new business ecosystem that combines AI powered discovery, networking, business resources for business owners. INGLEWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a time when many …

Fragasso Financial Advisors Article Explores Strategies to Reduce Concentrated Stock Risk Without Disrupting Goals

Fragasso Financial Advisors published an article on reducing concentrated stock risk through diversification while supporting long-term financial and tax goals. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, August 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso …

Fragasso Financial Advisors Article Highlights Why Retirement Withdrawal Strategy Matters as Much as Saving

Fragasso Financial Advisors published an article on why a thoughtful withdrawal strategy is key to tax-efficient income and lasting retirement confidence. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, August 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Financial …

Fragasso Financial Advisors Publishes Summer 2026 Interactive Magazine to Help Investors Navigate Today's Markets

Fragasso Financial Advisors published the Summer 2026 Advisor Interactive, offering practical insights for investors, business owners, and nonprofits. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, August 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Financial …

Cindie Launches AI Workforce Built for the Mortgage Industry

Founded by loan originator Ben Anderson, it engages leads, handles applications, documents, retains clients, while professionals control every lending decision. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cindie, an …

Historic 8 BR/4.5 BA Home with 6-bay Garage on 6± Acres in Lynchburg, VA Set for Auction Announces Nicholls Auction Mktg

"Dreambrook Estate"--Amazing Opportunity to Own a Well Maintained Home & Outbuildings on Acreage in the Windsor Hills Area of Lynchburg, VA Set for Auction FREDERICKSBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nicholls …

Consumers Credit Union Now Accepting Applications for Its Volunteer Board of Directors

LAKE FOREST, IL, UNITED STATES, August 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumers Credit Union (CCU; $4.6 billion, Lake Forest, IL) is excited to announce it is now accepting applications for its volunteer Board of Directors. One of the many …

Mallplaza bets on Colombia after binding agreement with Pactia to acquire eight shopping centers

• This transaction will bring the company’s GLA to over 2.5 million m2, with 45 assets under its administration in Chile, Peru and Colombia. SANTIAGO, REGION METROPOLITANA, CHILE, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mallplaza continues to move …

Halcyon Integrates TrueCalc with Fannie Mae’s Income Calculator to Automate Income Calculation from Borrower Tax Returns

Gain Increased Confidence on Self-Employed and Rental Income Calculations STOCKYARDS, FORT WORTH, TX, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Halcyon, a financial services innovation company specializing in advanced income verification and …

Artane Partners Advises We Outside on AED 11.7M Equity Raise from Dubai Family Office

Artane Partners acted as exclusive placement agent and financial advisor to We Outside NY, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artane Partners acted as exclusive placement agent and financial advisor to We Outside, the privately …

Nashville Homes That Sit 90 Days Sell for $40,000 Less, Analysis of 3,300 Sales Finds

Homes that sell in week one get full asking price. Listings past 90 days close about 8% below their original ask. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new analysis of 3,337 Middle Tennessee home sales closed between April …

Silver and LYNX Launch Production AI Claims Automation to Help TPAs Modernize Claims Processing

Embedded AI-powered claims automation accelerates adjudication, improves participant experience, and reduces manual claim reviews for employee benefit programs. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Silver, an AI- …

Venezuela Energy Week’s London Showcase Highlights Competitive New Fiscal Framework for Upstream Investment

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Industry leaders at the Venezuela Energy Week London Industry Showcase on Thursday highlighted Venezuela's newly implemented hydrocarbons framework as a major step toward restoring …

Georgia Assessment Freeze: A Vital Tool for Property Tax Reduction

O'Connor discusses a vital property tax reduction tool that is the Georgia assessment freeze. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Georgia is one of the fastest-growing states in the country. While the …

ANY LAB TEST NOW Named a Top Recession-Resistant Franchise for 2026 by Franchise Business Review

Franchisee Satisfaction Data Places ANY LAB TEST NOW in the Top 50 Recession-Resistant Franchises as the brand posts a record first half of 2026 ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ANY LAB TEST NOW®, the nation's …

Why Businesses Are Turning to Offshore Tax Preparation Services

Businesses are turning to offshore tax preparation services to reduce costs, improve efficiency, access skilled professionals and scale tax operations securely. SUGAR LAND, TX, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Businesses today …

Hyper Valuation Services Hires Adam Evans as Managing Director of Business Development

Industry Veteran with More than 20 Years of Valuation and Liquidation Experience to Join Team ROLLING MEADOWS, IL, UNITED STATES, July 31, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hyper Valuation Services (“HVS”), a division of HYPERAMS, announces that Adam …