An Ethiopian fintech company focused on providing digital financial services and solutions to underserved communities, particularly in agriculture.
IFC Invests in Ethiopian Fintech Kifiya to Expand Agricultural Financing Across Africa
Kifiya Financial Technology secured its first investment from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) on November 4, 2026. The investment aims to expand digital financing opportunities for farmers, small businesses, and underserved communities in Ethiopia.
AI credit scoring can now improve loan financing for female-led startups
The AI Powered Credit Scoring workshop in Dhaka emphasized the positive impact of AI on financing female-led startups. Over 80 million adults in sub-Saharan Africa remain unbanked, highlighting the limitations of traditional credit scoring.
