Our Insights
Our insights section brings you the latest information, trends, and observations on development finance from the Global South. We endeavor to bring verified and tested ideas from key stakeholders, decision-makers, and project implementers who are informing and guiding development on the ground making meaningful changes in the lives of many.
Our Stories and Ideas
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Understanding gender norms can accelerate women’s financial inclusion
Women’s economic empowerment is one path that can lead to a better quality of life for women in every stratum of society. Over the past decade, financial inclusion has turned out to be a pivotal policy tool for advancing access
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Bhutan: Navigating Tradition, Challenges, and Aspirations
Bhutan may be small, but its dreams are vast. And perhaps, therein lies the true essence of this enchanting kingdom – a beacon of hope amidst the towering peaks of the Himalayas, embarking on a journey of transformation against all
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Why an understanding of social norms should be at the core of gender transformative policies?
The World Economic Forum estimates that it will take the world 131 years to reach gender parity unless things drastically change. Women’s economic empowerment is a foundational pillar in achieving this goal. To that end, women’s financial inclusion can be
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One Village at a Time: A Women-Led Model for Bringing Digital Services and Financial Inclusion to Rural Bangladesh
In rural Bangladesh, women are increasingly taking on financial responsibilities as men migrate for work. Zaytoon Business Solutions addresses this shift by establishing village digital booths (VDBs) to provide essential services and empower women entrepreneurs. These booths facilitate access to
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Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up: Bhutan and Fiji’s Contrasting Paths to Digital Transformation Reveal the Pros and Cons of Government and Market-Driven Approaches
Prioritizing digital competitiveness helps governments and companies decide where to focus their resources, and what technologies and best practices to adopt when embarking on or building upon digital transformation efforts. Over the past decade, the pursuit of digital competitiveness has










