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South Africa is a global hub for fintech innovation. Accion supports and advises South African innovators using technology to help entrepreneurs expand their businesses and families protect their homes around the world.

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With fintech, we can seize the moment to create a new, inclusive economy

By Amee Parbhoo|Nov 16, 2021
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Three strategies keep small business lenders competitive

Aug 26, 2021
Article

Leveraging data to close the digital gender divide

By Victoria White|Mar 25, 2021
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How accessible funding helped a small business grow in South Africa

Feb 25, 2021
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How South Africa’s women entrepreneurs are leading responses to COVID-19

By Robert Abare|Aug 17, 2020
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A South African printing company is helping schools reopen safely

By Robert Abare|Jul 20, 2020

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CFI uses research and advocacy to advance inclusive financial systems for low-income people.

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Rapid Response for Social Payments During COVID-19

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Standing in the Sun: Human Rights Abuses in the Name of Financial Inclusion

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Banking Sector Approaches to Customer Engagement and Capability

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SADC Needs a Regionally-Accepted Digital Financial ID—and It Is Feasible to Contemplate

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Lack of Financial Access: The Plight of Our South African Elders

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Financial Inclusion Week Round-Up – Day 2

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De-Risking: Why Should You Care?

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How three financial service leaders are adapting to COVID-19

By Victoria White & Brian Kuwik|Apr 3, 2020
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Even in a world of global super platforms, local innovation still matters

By Michael Schlein|Jan 21, 2020
Article

Fire insurance provides peace of mind in South Africa

Jul 11, 2019
Article

This insurtech startup takes pride in protecting their community

Jun 11, 2019
Article

When faster is better for small business lending

May 14, 2019
Article

Two African startups where inclusive fintech comes with a human touch

By Coryell Stout|Feb 13, 2019
Podcast

Lumkani uses fire insurance to protect families in South Africa

By Vikas Raj|Jan 24, 2019
Article

Recipe for success at the Kids Cooking Club in Cape Town

Dec 11, 2018
Article

Everyone should be able to feel safe in their own home

By Ashley Lewis|Jun 7, 2018
Press Release

South African Insurtech Startup Lumkani Raises Seed Round to Bring Insurance to the Underserved

Jun 7, 2018
Article

How Lulalend uses data to fund South Africa’s small businesses

Dec 12, 2017
Video

Katlego Maphai of Yoco

Nov 1, 2017