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30 May 2023

ADA launches impact financing tool to support innovative entrepreneurship in developing countries

ADA launched the Financing Innovation Tool (FIT) the first Societal Impact Company (SIS) to offer financial services.

05 April 2023

Deteriorating liquidity and funding conditions for microfinance institutions in Myanmar

A survey of the microfinance sector in Myanmar shines a light on the current difficult operating environment and makes recommendations for policymakers, microfinance institutions (MFIs) and international investors on how to address the challenges.

A man in the field holding a graphic tablet and an ear of corn

30 March 2023

FAR 2023 training kicks off with 145 selected participants

The introductory e-learning session of the 2023 edition of the Agricultural and Rural Finance (FAR) training is underway. The strong interest in the training is proof of the need to strengthen financing skills in the African agricultural sector.

The co-organisers of SAM 2023: Laura Foschi – Executive Director of ADA, Mazamesso Assih – Togo's Minister for Financial Inclusion, and Yombo Odanou – President of the MAIN network.

24 March 2023

The organisers of the 6th edition of SAM officially begin preparations in Lomé

Togo will host this year's African Microfinance Week (SAM) from 16-20 October. In February, The Togolese Ministry for Financial Inclusion, MAIN (Microfinance African Institutions Network) and ADA met in the heart of the capital Lomé to lay the groundwork for the event's launch.

16 March 2023

Meet ADA at REDCAMIF’s conference in Guatemala from 20-22 March

ADA will be represented at the upcoming REDCAMIF conference in Antigua, Guatemala, from 20 to 22 March.

16 March 2023

Bamboo Capital Partners joins SSNUP as an impact investor

“We are delighted to welcome Bamboo into SSNUP’s ranks and join efforts to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.”

08 March 2023

ADA supports the financial inclusion of the rural population in Laos

In Laos, ADA promotes financial inclusion for low-income populations through the consolidation and professionalisation of the country's inclusive finance sector.

27 February 2023

Developing agricultural insurance products for smallholder farmers

The SSNUP programme encourages the development of agricultural insurance products by co-funding several projects.

Indicative Cooperation Programme for 2022–2026 between Luxembourg and Niger was launched in Niamey on 3 February

24 February 2023

The 4th Indicative Cooperation Programme between Niger and Luxembourg is now underway

Indicative Cooperation Programme for 2022–2026 between Luxembourg and Niger was launched in Niamey on 3 February.

Training about price risk management in Rwanda

20 February 2023

Coffee price risk management for Rwandan SMEs and cooperatives

The price of coffee fluctuates significantly on international markets, resulting in unpredictable income levels and vulnerability for value chain actors.