CGAP

CGAP is an independent policy and research center dedicated to advancing financial access for the world's poor. It is supported by over 30 development agencies and private foundations who share a common mission to alleviate poverty. Housed at the World Bank, CGAP provides market intelligence, promotes standards, develops innovative solutions and offers advisory services to governments, financial service providers, donors, and investors.

By CGAP

Research

EIF SmartAid Report 2013

The European Investment Fund (EIF) received 70 out of 100 points in the SmartAid Index, meaning that overall it has "good" systems in place to support microfinance.
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UNCDF SmartAid Report 2013

In the 2013 SmartAid evaluation, UNCDF received a score of 84 out of 100, meaning that overall it has “very good” systems in place to support microfinance.
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MIF SmartAid Report 2013

MIF received 85 out of 100 points, meaning that overall it has “very good” systems in place to support financial inclusion.
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The Power of Social Networks to Drive Mobile Money Adoption

The rate of mobile money (MM) adoption among poor people remains low. However, the mechanisms driving adoption are similar to those of other segments. This analysis revealed that social networks and social interactions influence mobile money uptake.
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Incentives for the Introduction of Agents in Colombia

In August 2006, 309 out of 1,100 municipalities in Colombia did not have the presence of a bank. Today 99% of all municipalities have access to financial services thanks to increased coverage by agents. Incentives offered by Banca de las Oportunidades were essential in expanding this access.