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In its July 2023 Eurobarometer (https://lnkd.in/dzQpGw7m), the European Commission found out that 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟴% 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝗨 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆, 𝟲𝟰 % 𝗮 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟭𝟴% 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹. By combining microloans and non-financial services (coaching, business development services…), 𝗺𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀. 🤔Want to learn more about microfinance and how it supports financial health, 👉read our manifesto at https://lnkd.in/dRqZCNxS. #EUelections #financialhealth

📊 Nigeria's formal financial inclusion has surged to 64% in 2023, marking significant progress from 56% in 2020. Kudos to the growth in both banking and non-bank institutions! 🌐💼 Despite this leap, the battle against financial exclusion continues, highlighting challenges in remote areas and persistent poverty. Let's unite to address these barriers and strive for a more inclusive financial landscape! 💪🌍 #FinancialInclusion #SurveyReport #NigeriaFinance #InclusiveGrowth #PovertyAlleviation #FinancialAccessibility"

In its July 2023 Eurobarometer (https://lnkd.in/eUBkNnrp), the European Commission found out that only 18% of EU citizens have a high level of financial literacy, 64 % a medium level and 18% a low level. By combining microloans and non-financial services (coaching, business development services, etc.), #microfinance institutions contribute to the financial health of the clients in order to ensure the sustainability of their professional and personal projects. Want to learn more about microfinance and how it supports financial health, read our manifesto👉 (bit.ly/EMN-MFC-Manifesto). #EUelections #financialhealth

In this blog, ECA co-authors, Syed T. Ahmed, Kudakwashe J. Chipunza and Sweta C. Saxena, reflect on women’s financial inclusion and note that even with 75 per cent of the global mobile money account ownership in Sub-Saharan Africa, this has not translated to increased financial resilience and financial inclusion among women across the region…..Relative to their male counterparts, women struggle to raise sufficient liquidity to cover monthly expenses and bills, and fewer females can raise emergency funds when needed, impacting their financial resilience. https://lnkd.in/eYJ6Fb99

Do you know why Africa needs tailor- made financial solutions? As we navigate the complexities of the financial landscape, it becomes increasingly evident that one size does not fit all. The call for tailor-made financial solutions for Africans is not just a preference; it is a necessity; a paradigm shift towards inclusive and empowering financial systems. Africa is not a monolith but a mosaic of cultures, economies, and socio-economic conditions. From the bustling urban centers to the rural landscapes, the financial needs vary widely. Tailormade solutions acknowledge and address these diversities, ensuring that no one is left behind in the quest for financial inclusion. Culture plays a pivotal role in shaping financial behaviours. Tailor-made solutions consider the cultural nuances that influence financial decisions. In the African continent the term “black Tax” is part of our communal sentiments and cannot be ruled out in financial solutions to the Africans, part of the plan is to ensure a budgeted amount is set apart to cater to such responsibilities. This might not be relevant in other continents where once you turn 18 you have access to student loan and parents can afford to stop catering to such dependents needs, also some have robust retirement plans for the aged in their environment whereas in African the children have to take care of their aged ones who “laboured to train them till they were able to stand on their own”. In a digital age, technology serves as a formidable ally in democratizing financial access to bridge gaps and connect people to opportunities. Trust is the bedrock of any financial relationship. Tailor-made solutions build trust by demonstrating a genuine understanding of individual needs. Whether it's designing personalised investment portfolios or crafting flexible payment plans, customization fosters a sense of partnership between financial institutions and their clients. Tailor-made solutions extend beyond immediate needs; they are about fostering long-term financial literacy. By aligning financial products with the unique circumstances of individuals, there's an opportunity to educate and empower, creating a financially literate population equipped to make informed decisions. As we navigate the exciting possibilities that lie ahead, let us champion the cause of tailor-made financial solutions for Africa. It is important that as financial professionals, we pave the way for a financially inclusive and empowered continent tomorrow. My name is Sola Osunfisan, I help people grow their wealth, I have a consistent track record of achieving business targets through strategic business development, dynamic relationship management and exceptional services for over 18years in the Nigerian banking & finance landscape #FinancialInclusion #TailorMadeSolutions #AfricaRising #BankingInNigeria #FinancialSolutions#AfricanLeaders #BusinessDevelopment

This recent article by our colleagues from Africa Digital Financial Inclusion Facility (ADFI) discusses investing in innovative research to enhance financial inclusion and increase economic empowerment. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/dntXXq4p #digitalfinance #digitalfinancialinclusion #G7 #SDGs

Read our latest newsletter on a new critique of microfinance, the underwhelming effects of a new cash transfers study, fraud, and more https://lnkd.in/eMAiahjS

▶️ At the Mobile World Congress 2024, we had the chance of catching up with Ashley Olson Onyango, Head of Financial Inclusion at GSMA, to follow up on our conversation from last year and discussing the strides and challenges within #Africa’s mobile money landscape. Ashley highlighted the remarkable progress made in 2023, particularly in West Africa, emphasizing the diversification of revenue streams within mobile money services. Despite this progress, challenges persist, such as the gender gap in mobile money account ownership. Strategies tailored to specific markets are essential to address this imbalance effectively. Watch the video interview for more insights on Africa’s mobile money landscape. “The political will is there; we’re seeing great movement with national financial inclusion strategies, digital being recognized as one of the catalytic elements in a lot of those strategies.” - Ashley Olson Onyango, Head of Financial Inclusion at GSMA 👉 Stay tuned for more exclusive interviews from MWC: https://lnkd.in/dRTEYsg #techafricanews #africa #financial #inclusion #mobile #money #landscape #technology #fintech #innovation GSMA Africa

Read the second in a three-part report on digital financial inclusion in Egypt. https://rebrand.ly/bym8tqf #REDmoney #IFN #IslamicFintech #IslamicFinance #Finance #Egypt

[ICYMI] Across Africa, a revolution is brewing, one of empowerment, driven by a simple transformative force: financial inclusion. By ensuring that more Africans have access to essential financial services, I believe we can not only accelerate economic growth, but also begin to solve some of the continent’s most pressing issues. TransUnion #Finance #FinancialInclusion #Transunion https://brnw.ch/21wMo1a