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Can What Remains of Sudan’s Financial System Be Used to Fight Famine?
December 4 marks 600 days of war in Sudan, one that has caused famine, mass displacement, and lost income. Cash transfers can save lives but need a functioning financial system to work - protecting Sudan’s financial sector now is key.Blog
Sudan Dispatch: Inclusive Finance in Times of Crisis
Recent fighting in Sudan has turned the economy upside down and displaced thousands. Our latest blog asks what roles financial services are playing in the unfolding crisis, and why? What must happen next for inclusive finance in Sudan?Blog
How Fintechs Could Digitize Store Credit in the Arab World
People in the Arab world rely on store credit almost twice as much as people in other regions. Here are three ways fintechs could digitize this type of credit.Blog
A National Experiment: Sharia-Compliant Finance in Sudan
Sudan's banking system went Islamic in the 1980's and can offer several lessons on delivering Sharia-compliant financial products to the poor.Blog