Topic: IFC
Vodacom partners with tech giants to empower africa’s youth with digital skills
Nov 21, 2024 at 11:08 AM
Vodacom Group, in collaboration with major technology partners, has unveiled an ambitious initiative to bridge Africa's digital skills gap by equipping one million young people wit...
Absa Bank Kenya, IFC in new partnership seeking to empower over 600 suppliers
Oct 24, 2024 at 11:23 PM
Absa Bank Kenya has partnered with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to enhance opportunities for more than 600 suppliers within two years....
Kenya private sector players face freeze on funding as IFC shifts to prioritize ESG
Jan 04, 2024 at 01:32 PM
Private companies operating in Kenya are facing a freeze in funding as the International Finance Corporation (IFC) gives priority to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) mat...
IFC pours Sh3 billion into IHS Kenya's Green Affordable Housing endeavour
Dec 21, 2023 at 06:00 AM
In a move towards advancing Kenya's affordable housing sector, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has formalized an equity investment, amounting to Sh3.08 billion ($20.9 m...
World Bank reveals Sh1.8 trillion loan facility for Kenya over three fiscal years
Nov 20, 2023 at 10:38 PM
World Bank has pledged to advance to Kenya a loan of $12 billion, which is equivalent to Sh1.8 trillion, towards supporting the government’s development projects over three years...
DTB partners with KBA, WWF and IFA to equip MSMEs with sustainable practices
Jul 03, 2023 at 01:10 PM
Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has successfully conducted a comprehensive training program focused on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, specifically designed for mi...
Jumia's first Africa E-Commerce Index shows shift in online consumer behaviour
Oct 28, 2021 at 10:42 AM
COVID-19 led to a surge in the use of digital solutions, including e-commerce. This was particularly demonstrated with domestic sales rather than cross-border e-commerce. ...