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Unlocking the Potential of Young Entrepreneurs in Sub-Saharan Africa

Youth entrepreneurship in sub-Saharan Africa is a powerful driver of economic growth and societal change. Yet, financial barriers hinder young entrepreneurs, especially women, from expanding their businesses. Innovative financing solutions are urgently needed to support this vibrant informal sector. Discover how targeted initiatives can empower the next generation of African entrepreneurs.

Business, Engaging Employees, Finance and Investment, Global Goals, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Youth

July 17, 2024

Digital Financial Inclusion Innovations with Briana Marbury

Social Impact Pioneer Briana Marbury, The Interledger Foundation talks about her work shaping the future of digital financial inclusion.

Business, Finance and Investment, Social Welfare, Technology

June 6, 2024

Financial Empowerment for Young Entrepreneurs: A Strategic Imperative

Youth Business International (YBI) together with ten enterprise support organisations (ESOs) from its global network of members have developed an evidence-informed approach that can systematically improve the financial health of young entrepreneurs by combining financial access and literacy via three pathways for ESOs to enhance their support.

Corporate Impact, Finance and Investment, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Youth

April 24, 2024

Together for 2024

The landscape of global development is evolving, with new challenges and opportunities emerging on the horizon. As we navigate these complexities, the power of collaboration, innovation and impactful action becomes increasingly apparent. This paper synthesises the insights from a vibrant Online Written Discussion, “Together for 2024”.

Agriculture, Business, Care Economy, Climate Action, Conflict and Peace, Corporate Impact, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Education, Engaging Employees, Finance and Investment, Food and Nutrition, Gender, Governance and Transparency, Health, Human Rights, Innovative Business Models, Living Wages, Measuring Social Impact, Sustainable Employment

January 9, 2024

Climate Justice Summit 2023 – Day 1 – Workshop 1 SC

Our workshop hosted with Standard Chartered (Futuremakers by Standard Chartered | Lifting participation with inclusive entrepreneurship). Learn from leading female tech entrepreneurs supported by

Climate Justice, Finance and Investment, Gender

December 15, 2023

Climate Justice Summit 2023 – Day 1 – Fireside 1 SC

Hosted with Standard Chartered (Futuremakers by Standard Chartered | Lifting participation with inclusive entrepreneurship) Inclusion and equity in climate solutions are needed from all

Climate Justice, Finance and Investment, Gender, Innovative Business Models

December 14, 2023

Lifting Participation: Female Entrepreneurs Tackle Climate Change – with Bill Winters and Audrey S-Darko

In this podcast Jeffrey Jacobs and Tara Tagmyer share how to improve maternal health supply chains, particularly in Mozambique, and how public-private partnerships can tackle complex health issues effectively and exemplify the power of shared information for good.

Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Corporate Impact, Finance and Investment, Gender, Measuring Social Impact, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Social Enterprises, Technology

December 12, 2023

Unlocking Women’s Economic Power isn’t Rocket Science

Rathi Mani-Kandt’s article reveals the untapped economic potential of women entrepreneurs. As CARE USA’s Director, she highlights how investing in women could boost the global economy by $10 trillion by 2030. This insightful piece emphasises women’s pivotal role in driving global economic growth and prosperity.

Finance and Investment, Gender, Livelihoods and Jobs, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

November 23, 2023

Why a Food-Secure Future Means Focusing on Smallholder Farmers

This World Children’s Day, the UK hosts the Global Food Security Summit, addressing Zero Hunger and malnutrition. Amid alarming UN projections of over 600 million people facing hunger by 2030, the summit focuses on empowering smallholder farmers and leveraging technology for a sustainable, resilient food system

Agriculture, Climate & Environment, Finance and Investment, Food and Nutrition, Gender, Livelihoods and Jobs, Technology, Youth

November 20, 2023

The Business of Care: Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth

To mark the first UN endorsed International Day for Care (29 Oct) we have published a series of in-depth interviews, conducted as part of the research for a new report on how multinationals can better support care economy enterprises.

Care Economy, Corporate Impact, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Finance and Investment, Gender, Innovative Business Models

October 26, 2023

Improving Health Financing and Health Outcomes

The Global Financing Facility’s contribution to improving health financing and health outcomes in Ethiopia

Finance and Investment, Gender, Health

October 19, 2023

Changing Attitudes and Empowering Young Girls in Senegal

The ISMEA pilot project, supported by the World Bank and the Global Financing Facility, empowers young girls in impoverished regions of Senegal. It transforms futures through education and support on health, hygiene and entrepreneurship.

Finance and Investment, Gender, Global Goals, Health, Youth

October 4, 2023

An Agenda to Address Inequality in Sustainable Finance Decision-Making

Rising inequalities both between and within countries are fueling polarization and protectionist pressures, hampering social cohesion and political stability. Leading economists are calling for society to combat inequality, demanding better measurement and ambitious targets. Businesses and investors have significant roles to play. The private sector, through various practices, can contribute to inequalities, alleviate inequalities, and also face risks posed by inequalities.

Corporate Impact, Finance and Investment, Global Goals

October 3, 2023

Building an Equitable and Resilient Future

Building an Equitable and Resilient Future Watch our Fireside Chat with Visa Inc and the Harvard Kennedy School Corporate Responsibility Initiative to explore the trends shaping business

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Finance and Investment, Global Goals, Partnerships

September 29, 2023

Catalysing Investment in the Health of Women, Children, and Adolescents

The health of women, children and adolescents should be a concern for all of us, including multinational business. This article explains how the Global Financing Facility for Women, Children and Adolescents is helping to catalyse investment in this critical area, including through partnerships with the private sector.

Finance and Investment, Food and Nutrition, Gender, Health, Youth

August 31, 2023

Addressing Global Hunger: Insights from Ceres2030 Project

Despite progress, 828 million face hunger, up by 150 million due to COVID-19. The Ceres2030 study highlights key strategies: empower communities, boost farm productivity, improve food distribution. The Zero Hunger Private Sector Pledge invites companies to join efforts, pledging financial commitments. Together, we strive to end hunger sustainably by 2030.

Agriculture, Finance and Investment, Food and Nutrition, Global Goals, Health, Livelihoods and Jobs

August 28, 2023

Eco-Green Teens Project: Empowering Nigerian Youth for Sustainable Agriculture

The Eco-Green Teens Project, initiated by a team in Nigeria, addresses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on food insecurity and rising prices. Through financial literacy and sustainable agriculture education, rural teenagers learned to cultivate staple foods and embrace a bio-circular economy. Empowered by the Global Youth Mobilization, the program fosters entrepreneurship and addresses UN SDGs.

Agriculture, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Education, Finance and Investment, Global Goals, Health, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

August 11, 2023

Investors and Female Entrepreneurs, with Sanjukta and Heather

Attention investors and female entrepreneurs. Heather Matranga & Sanjukta Mitra share why <2% of investment goes to female-led businesses.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Finance and Investment, Gender, Measuring Social Impact, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Social Enterprises

August 10, 2023

It Takes Partnership and Innovation to Close the Financing Gap for Small-Scale Farmers

Smallholder dairy farmers face numerous challenges due to limited opportunities to secure funds that could help them grow and invest in essential assets for boosting their profitability and transition to regenerative business practices. So, how can innovation and partnership step in to bridge this gap?

Agriculture, Finance and Investment, Livelihoods and Jobs, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Partnerships

July 26, 2023

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Finance & Investment Strategies to End Poverty

Village Savings and Loan Associations, with Kal Lakew and Emily Janoch