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The #TBABankersMagazine continues to cement the following key points: 📌Banks have continued to make an incredible contribution to the socio-economic development of Tanzania and in the region. 📌Banks continue to play a key role in spearheading business performance that strongly focuses on sustaining the #TripleBottomLine (i.e upholding the three Ps, #People, #Planet, and #Profit 📌that #BeyondtheBankingHall banks are building the economy, securing futures and enhancing sustainability 📌that #BeyondandAbove is not mererly a slogan but a steadfast commitment to provide high quality services. Policy reforms to improve the #BusinessEnvironment, enhanced #CapacityDevelopment, and continous #innovation remain important if we are to unlock more growth of the sector #TBABankers #BankingInTanzania #FinanceInnovation #CommunityEngagement #BankingEvents #FutureOfFinance #tbaforbankers #Sustainablefinance #Bankers #privateSector #sdgs #Tanzania #peace #women #africa #education #ecofriendly #goal #charity #sustainable #innovation #sustainability #youth #environment #zerowaste #sustainableliving #agriculture #climatechange #humanrights #Youth Tusekelege Mwaikasu Tanzania Bankers Association(TBA)

🌍 Driving Financial Inclusion for South Africa's Micro-Businesses 🌍 At Fair Score, we believe that every business, no matter how small, deserves the tools and opportunities to grow. In South Africa, micro-businesses are the backbone of local economies, yet they often face challenges accessing credit and essential financial services. Our mission is to break down these barriers by using innovative, data-driven psychometric assessments and open banking innovation that create a credit profile even for those without traditional financial histories. Through our technology, we aim to empower unbanked entrepreneurs to access capital, build resilience, and scale their businesses, strengthening both their livelihoods and the communities they serve. With supportive partners, we’re enabling micro-businesses to unlock their potential and contribute meaningfully to economic development across South Africa. Because at Fair Score, financial inclusion isn’t just a goal – it’s the future. 🌱 #FinancialInclusion #FairScore #MicroBusiness #SouthAfrica #Fintech #EconomicGrowth #Empowerment

Equity Bank Limited Group has achieved remarkable recognition at the 2024 Euromoney Awards in London, winning four prestigious accolades. The awards include Best Bank for Corporate Responsibility in Africa, Best Bank for Corporate Responsibility in Kenya, Best Bank for SMEs in Kenya, and Overall Best Bank in Kenya—all for the second consecutive year. These honors underscore Equity's leadership in corporate responsibility and financial services excellence. The awards celebrate Equity’s profound impact through the Equity Group Foundation (EGF), highlighting its significant contributions to education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, social protection, and financial inclusion. Euromoney's rigorous evaluation process recognizes institutions demonstrating exceptional corporate responsibility and transformative community initiatives, and Equity's achievements reflect its extensive efforts and success in these areas. EGF’s initiatives include providing financial education to millions, supporting and financing SMEs, and delivering scholarships and social protection programs to numerous individuals. Additionally, Equity’s health sector expansion and environmental programs, such as tree planting and clean energy distribution, further illustrate its commitment to social impact and sustainability. Dr. James Mwangi, Managing Director & CEO of Equity Group, expressed his honor at receiving these awards, emphasizing the Group's belief in shared prosperity and the transformative power of investing in communities. Equity’s continued success and dedication to fostering economic prosperity and inclusive financial services reinforce its position at the forefront of Africa’s financial transformation. #EquityGroup #EuromoneyAwards #CorporateResponsibility #FinancialInclusion #SMEs #Sustainability #SocialImpact #BankingExcellence #AfricaFinance

Kifiya Financial Technology PLC 👏 👏Impact beyond borders🌍 I am really proud to celebrate winning the Product Innovation of the Year Award with the Kifiya team. It is not a small feat. There were 265 submissions in 5 categories and the recognition speaks volumes about the long held commitment to drive real, sustainable impact through cutting-edge technology. At the heart of Kifiya's innovation is a team dedicated to empowering MSMEs, smallholder farmers, individuals with AI-powered, data-driven solutions that transform access to finance. The power of financial inclusion is to uplift traditionally marginalized communities, such as young women, and stimulate economic growth. This award validates our efforts to bridge the gap in financial services across Ethiopia and Sub-Saharan Africa. Thank you to our founder and CEO Munir Duri, the incredible Kifiya team and partners who continue to support this journey. We remain committed to advancing digital finance and market access ensuring that our innovation leads to a better, more inclusive future for all. 🌍 #FinancialInclusion #InnovationForImpact #AIForGood #SMEFinance #AfricaRising #DigitalTransformation #GlobalImpact #Kifiya #AwardWinningInnovation

Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) Kenya, the Kenya Bankers Association (KBA), and the Association of Fintechs in Kenya (AFIK) have united under the Open Finance Initiative to drive a new era in Kenya’s financial sector. This collaborative effort aims to reshape the industry by adopting and integrating Open Finance principles, fostering innovation, enhancing financial inclusion, and supporting sector growth. Join us on Wednesday, 6th Nov 2024 from 3.00PM EAT as we dive into the potential of open finance to transform Kenya's financial ecosystem. Thought leaders will share key insights on aligning Kenya’s financial sector with global trends, paving the way for a more inclusive, data-driven financial environment. Register here: https://lnkd.in/dPYnCGDt #OpenFinance #FinancialInclusion #FintechKenya #Innovation #InclusiveFinance

Last week, KOFISI - Centres of Productivity hosted us to a Podcast discussion themed The Future of Banking. I had a great conversation around the transformative trends shaping the banking industry alongside Patrick Awori and Tawanda Wenyika . We delved into how technology is redefining customer experiences and driving innovation in the banking ecosystem. As we navigate this evolving landscape, collaboration and adaptability will be key to meeting the needs of our clients. I invite you all to tune in and join the conversation about the exciting possibilities ahead in digital banking. #FutureOfBanking #Innovation #Payments #Podcast #Fintech #BankingTransformation https://lnkd.in/dbiScZRq

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[#ThoughtLeadership] Digital micro-savings offers a tailored solution to meet the needs of low-income individuals, often excluded from traditional financial institutions. It can also serve as a tool to mobilize resources at the community level to finance local development projects, such as infrastructure construction, small business creation, or funding for educational and healthcare programs. Adams Osamudiame J., Partner at Mazars in Nigeria, analyses the impact of the digitization of micro-savings on african economies. Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/dgYm6v7E Uhabia Ojike | Peter Nwofia | Elizabeth Ngozi Orluike | Uche Chioma V. Okoli, FCCA, FCA #mazars #servicesfinanciers #africa #thoughtleadership #financialservices #microsavings #growth #innovation #digitisation #banking #fintechs #localdevelopment 

[#ThoughtLeadership] Digital micro-savings offers a tailored solution to meet the needs of low-income individuals, often excluded from traditional financial institutions. It can also serve as a tool to mobilize resources at the community level to finance local development projects, such as infrastructure construction, small business creation, or funding for educational and healthcare programs. Osamudiame Adams, Partner at Mazars, analyses the impact of the digitization of micro-savings on african economies.   Adams Osamudiame J.   #mazars #servicesfinanciers #africa #thoughtleadership #financialservices #microsavings #growth #innovation #digitisation #banking #fintechs #localdevelopment 

We are proud to be recognized as a finalist for the 2024 Global SME Finance Awards, a testament to the meaningful change we are leading. This achievement also reflects the visionary reforms by the Government of Ethiopia and the leadership of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD), whose support for private-sector-led growth and regulatory advancements is creating a thriving ecosystem for innovation and financial inclusion. At Kifiya, we are dedicated to transforming access to financial services across Africa. Through innovative AI-driven digital financial services infrastructure, we empower MSMEs, smallholder farmers, and consumers by providing uncollateralized credit, connecting them to larger markets, and digitizing critical sectors such as agriculture. Our solutions simplify transactions, making them secure, affordable, and accessible, while driving economic growth in underserved regions. This work continues to create tangible, lasting impact for businesses and individuals across the continent. #FinancialInclusion #Kifiya #AICompany #MSME #EmpoweringAfrica #Fintech #Innovation #GlobalSMEFinanceAward2024 #FinancialInclusion #Kifiya #MSME #EmpoweringAfrica #Fintech #Innovation #GlobalSMEFinanceAward2024