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What we’ve learnt about the risk protection gap in sub-Saharan Africa from Finscope consumer data
A significant portion of the population in Africa is underinsured, leaving them exposed to risks and unable to manage and recover from them. Less [...]
The power of individuals
Why formal institutions aren’t the only ones driving Africa’s innovation and fintech space. There’s been a lot of well-deserved attention on [...]
Openi2i conversations – a mentor’s experience on DataHack4FI and the Microsoft Professional Program in Data Science
Have you had a look at insight2impact’s Openi2i series yet? Openi2i is an initiative of Cenfri and Finmark Trust focused on sharing some of the [...]
Digital platforms: unlocking economic inclusion in the rising era of smart mobility in Africa
The movement of Africa’s rapidly growing urban population will be shaped by digital technologies in the era of smart mobility. Smart mobility [...]
Learning is an afterthought at most donor-funded programs: Here’s how to make it a priority
Learning within donor-funded programs tends to be an afterthought, despite the millions of dollars funders spend every year on various “learning [...]
‘Are we there yet?’: How to deal with delays – and other challenges – in acquiring financial transaction data
“Are we there yet?” It’s a familiar refrain to any parent who has taken a child on a long journey – you may even remember the stock replies [...]
Finding partners in uncharted territory: How to harness network effects to build relationships when you’re starting from scratch
Learning how to navigate a complex and changing stakeholder landscape is an essential skill for anyone in the social impact space. So, how do you go [...]
How can we stop losing our minds? Producing a legacy from development projects, not just a document
Have you ever run, funded or been part of a development project? Have you ever gotten to the end of it and felt that, during the process, everyone [...]
Delivering online skills training in Africa: Three keys to a successful programme
The shortage of data science skills is a major challenge for Africa. With relatively few local educational institutions offering dedicated data [...]
What do we really know about digital solutions catalysing agribusiness in Africa for women?
Nearly US$3 billion has been generated through agribusiness in Africa, touching the lives of over 33 million users of digital solutions in this [...]