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The Winner of 2014 Nestlé CSV Prize is…
On October 9th, during the global Creating Shared Value Forum, co-organised by Nestlé and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, it was announced that the overall winner of the 2014 Nestlé Creating Shared Value Prize is Honey Care Africa (HCA)!
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PRESS RELEASE: ImpactAssets Releases “IA 50” Impact Investing Showcase
ImpactAssets has released its 2014 impact investing showcase, the ImpactAssets 50 (“IA 50”), a free online resource for investors and financial advisors.
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Here’s why emerging markets are a challenge for Apple Pay
Apple Pay could certainly be the nail in the wallet’s coffin, similar to what the iTunes model was for music when it was introduced in 2001. And this on the heels of the Twitter “buy” button, another move by a major tech titan to occupy the payments space via a mobile device.
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Uganda: Why Do Customers Fear Banks?
In Uganda, many point to the success of mobile money in improving financial inclusion by promoting peer-to-peer money transfer.
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The Other Digital Currency: Cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin get all the attention, but using airtime as currency could play a vital role in developing the digital finance ecosystem
Mobile money’s origins lie in the practice of sending airtime instead of money. And today, the use of airtime as currency endures in markets where mobile money has failed to flourish - or when it is simply more convenient than mobile money services. Mondato’s Chris Connolly explores the benefits and risks of the practice.
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NexThought Monday – Money and Motivation: Why are some people willing to work at a social enterprise for free?
No leader has all the skills needed if a social enterprise is to succeed. Each of us must tap into others’ skill sets, often by hiring consultants to fill gaps. But when you can find people who will work pro bono that can be a fantastic option. Andrea Trice explores how managers can approach and work with volunteers.
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Kenyan President Kenyatta for thin-SIM card rollout and digital migration
President Uhuru Kenyatta says he is in favor of Equity’s thin-SIM technology and digital migration.
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PRESS RELEASE: RBC Global Asset Management Announces $50 Million Impact Investing Initiative
RBC Global Asset Management today announced an agreement with Community Reinvestment Fund, USA to purchase and service up to $50 million in loans to support affordable rental housing as part of the RBC Access Capital Community Investment Strategy.
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