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G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion - Action Plan for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Financing Join us on June 30th, 2025, at 8:00 AM EST for an insightful discussion of country initiatives in alignment with the G20 Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) Action Plan for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Financing, recently released. The Action Plan The G20 GPFI Action Plan for MSME Financing is a call to action for G20 and non-G20 countries to intensify their efforts to close the MSME financing gap given the potential impact on productivity, job creation and achieving the sustainable development goals...Read more
Supply & Value Chain Finance
In collaboration with the Central Bank of Egypt and the Banking Association, FMO, IFC, and the SME Finance Forum are hosting a half-day workshop designed to onboard banking stakeholders on Supply Chain Finance (SCF) programs. This event aims to deliver a comprehensive understanding of SCF, focusing on global standards, innovation, enabling environments, key models, and successful case studies. The workshop will highlight the significance of SCF in enhancing access to finance for MSMEs and bolstering economic resilience in Egypt. Detailed Agenda 9:45 – 10:00: Opening Remarks Speakers: IFC Country Head, Manar Korayem (IFC Financial Institutions Group Advisory Services Country Lead),...Read more
Financial Inclusion
Advancing MSME Finance: Insights from the G20 Global Partnership Action Plan for MSME Financing Webinar The IFC and World Bank , in collaboration with the SME Finance Forum, and OECD, recently convened a virtual session to present the G20 Action Plan for MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) Financing . This note synthesizes key...Read more
Fintech
Washington D.C, June 4, 2025 – Africa Fintech Summit (AFTS) , a Global Forum Driving Collaboration and Growth has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest affiliate. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation. "SME Finance Forum is proud to welcome the Africa Fintech Summit to our global network. This partnership aims to drive financial inclusion, foster innovation, and create opportunities for collaboration across sectors and geographies. Together, we...Read more
Fintech
Washington D.C, May 23, 2025 – ezee.ai , a global leader in digital lending technology has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest member. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation. "SME Finance Forum is delighted to welcome ezee.ai. It is with great pleasure that I welcome ezee.ai to the SME Finance Forum. ezee.ai’s innovative approach aligns perfectly with our mission to expand access to finance for small and...Read more
Gender Finance
Digital Transformation
Highlights Women represent a distinct and profitable customer segment that is often underserved by traditional financial products and services. Financial institutions must identify, acknowledge, and address gender biases rooted in cultural norms, stereotypes, and institutional processes. A structured approach, including understanding gender dynamics, building organizational capacity, and designing inclusive products, helps integrate a gender perspective into their operations. This report presents ten guidelines that financial institutions can follow to adopt a more intentional strategy towards the financial inclusion of women.Read more
Digital Transformation
Amsterdam, 4 April 2025 – In a bold move reshaping the future of finance, Topicus proudly announces the launch of Akkuro , a cutting-edge composable banking platform set to revolutionize how financial institutions innovate, scale, and serve their customers. This strategic debut unifies the deep capabilities of Five Degrees, including its Matrix CRM and Neo Core Banking products and Topicus finance solutions such as Fyndoo Lending as well as solutions within the domains: Mortgages, Pension & Wealth and Connected Finance. All under one powerful brand: Akkuro, by Topicus. This consolidation presents a cohesive, world-class proposition to the global market and...Read more
Alternative Financing
Washington D.C, May 23, 2025 – Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance , a leading research hub at Cambridge Judge Business School dedicated to advancing alternative financial systems, has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest affiliate. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation. "SME Finance Forum proudly welcomes Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) to our global network. CCAF has been at the forefront of advancing knowledge in alternative...Read more
Trade Finance
Washington D.C, May 20, 2025 – Trade Treasury Payments (TTP) , the global multimedia and thought leadership platform for liquidity and risk management, has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest affiliate. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation. "SME Finance Forum proudly welcomes Trade Treasury Payments. Trade Treasury Payments’ expertise and commitment to fostering meaningful conversations and breaking down barriers in the financial ecosystem align perfectly with our...Read more
Washington D.C, June 3rd., 2025 – Cascade Debt , a global cutting-edge platform revolutionizing private credit has joined the SME Finance Forum as the global membership network’s latest member. The 300+ members/affiliates of the Forum are SME financing experts operating in 190 countries who share the common goal of expanding access to finance to small businesses worldwide through knowledge exchange and innovation. "SME Finance Forum is delighted to welcome Cascade Debt. It is with great pleasure that I welcome Cascade Debt to the SME Finance Forum. Cascade Debt’s cutting-edge technology platform, which is revolutionizing private credit and...Read more