5 August 2014

Central Bank of Seychelles becomes 119th member of AFI network

AFI announced today the Central Bank of Seychelles (CBS) has joined the network as a principal member institution.

CBS represents a valuable addition to AFI’s vibrant network of policymakers and regulators working together to increase access to appropriate financial services for the poor.

AFI now has 119 members from 95 developing and emerging countries.

Gender Inclusive Finance Mapping Project: Landscape Report

This report shows the state women’s financial inclusion across the AFI network to provide an assessment of the key financial policy and regulatory enablers ne
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Finscope Consumer Survey Highlights – Malawi 2023

The FinScope Consumer Survey 2023 is a follow up to the previous surveys conducted in 2014 and 2008. This assists in tracking the levels of financial inclusion
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Malawi National Strategy for Financial Inclusion III

Malawi National Strategy for Financial Inclusion (NSFI) III’s goal is to increase access to at least one formal financial service to 95% of the country’s ad
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Roadmap for Inclusive Green Finance Implementation V.2

This report provides a roadmap for countries embarking on or advancing their IGF journeys, offering practical tools and insights to build a sustainable and incl
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San Salvador Consensus on Responsible Financial Innovation

The San Salvador Consensus aims to bring together AFI members towards developing policies & initiatives that promote inclusive & responsible financial innovatio
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Policy Model for Gender Inclusive Finance

The Gender Inclusive Finance Policy Model was created to guide regulators and policymakers in fostering greater financial inclusion for women.
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2024 Maya Declaration Progress Report

In 2024, AFI member institutions from 78 countries have collectively made 1,340 Maya Declaration targets. Learn more.
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Transfer365 Instant Payment System in El Salvador

This case study provides first-hand information on the implementation and operations of Transfer365 in El Salvador.
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Financial Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (V.2)

This case study assesses the development of financial education in different countries in Latin America and the Caribbean region, their varied approaches, and t
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Repository of Virtual Tools for Financial Literacy

This booklet is a repository of virtual tools available in the AFI network to complement AFI’s National Financial Education Strategies Toolkit.
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October 28, 2024
Bangladesh Bank’s achievements in boosting youth financial inclusion receive global recognition
October 28, 2024
Bangladesh Bank’s achievements in boosting youth financial inclusion receive global recognition
Bangladesh Bank’s work to financially include young people was recognized at the recent 2024 AFI Global Policy Forum, when the bank received the AFI Global Youth Financial Inclusion Award.
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October 28, 2024
Tackling climate change and financial inclusion will require cross-cutting solutions
October 28, 2024
Tackling climate change and financial inclusion will require cross-cutting solutions
A new partnership between AFI and Agence Française de Développement will build financial sector actors’ understanding of the risks and opportunities associated with climate change, and p
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October 23, 2024
Building financial literacy through ‘edutainment’ – Central Bank of Uzbekistan’s experience 
October 23, 2024
Building financial literacy through ‘edutainment’ – Central Bank of Uzbekistan’s experience 
Since 2019, the Central Bank of Uzbekistan (CBU) has been working to equip citizens with the knowledge and skills needed to ensure their financial security and financial well-being, especi
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October 23, 2024
New Bank of Ghana directive will promote access and usage for persons with disabilities
October 23, 2024
New Bank of Ghana directive will promote access and usage for persons with disabilities
The Bank of Ghana’s new Financial Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities Directive will require financial service providers to provide disabled customers with equitable and non-discriminatory access to products, services and premises. 
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October 22, 2024
AFI’s DFS Working Group explores how regulatory sandboxes are evolving
October 22, 2024
AFI’s DFS Working Group explores how regulatory sandboxes are evolving
AFI's DFS Working Group has explored how regulatory sandbox operating models, management processes, and regulatory approaches are evolving in line with the market.
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October 22, 2024
Looking beyond access: why getting women to use financial products effectively is what really matters
October 22, 2024
Looking beyond access: why getting women to use financial products effectively is what really matters
For the last four years, Bank of Ghana Deputy Governor, Elsie Addo Awadzi has chaired AFI’s Gender Inclusive Finance Committee. As her term comes to an end, she reflects on how the landsca
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October 22, 2024
AFI and Habitat for Humanity organize an inclusive housing finance masterclass in Zanzibar
October 22, 2024
AFI and Habitat for Humanity organize an inclusive housing finance masterclass in Zanzibar
On 14 October, AFI and Habitat for Humanity International organized a masterclass on inclusive housing finance in Zanzibar, Tanzania.
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October 21, 2024
The real work begins after financial regulations are passed, says new FATF President
October 21, 2024
The real work begins after financial regulations are passed, says new FATF President
Elisa de Anda Madrazo recently took over the presidency of the Financial Action Task Force. Here, she shares why financial inclusion is pivotal to combating illicit finance. 
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October 18, 2024
AFI/Bank of Zambia training explores how regulation and supervision can support the financial inclusion of women-led MSMEs
October 18, 2024
AFI/Bank of Zambia training explores how regulation and supervision can support the financial inclusion of women-led MSMEs
From 1-4 October, AFI and Bank of Zambia (BOZ) hosted an in-country training event for BOZ staff and other national stakeholders, to explore how market conduct regulation and supervision programs can support the financial inclusion of women-led small businesses.
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October 18, 2024
The intersection of technology and innovation can drive the inclusive growth agenda
October 18, 2024
The intersection of technology and innovation can drive the inclusive growth agenda
Ravi Aurora, Senior VP International Government Affairs at Mastercard, discusses the current state of financial inclusion.
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