Tag: covid 19 impact
The impact of Covid-19 on MSMEs and low-income populations in Asia and Africa with Akhand Tiwari.
In the news: Akhand Tiwari gives his views on the impact of Covid-19 on micro, small, and medium enterprises and low-income populations in Asia and Africa.
Feb 1, 2021
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on low- and moderate-income (LMIs) populations and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs)- Comparative report
This report provides an overview of the impact of COVID-19 on low- and moderate-income (LMIs) populations, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), and cash-in and cash-out (CICO) agents, in Asia and Africa, their coping strategies, and recommendations for policymakers and financial service providers to support them.
Jan 27, 2021
Launch of new reports on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cash-in cash-out (CICO) agents, farmers, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya.
MSC and Swiss Capacity Building Facility(SCBF) launch the new reports on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cash-in cash-out (CICO) agents, farmers, and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya through an interactive webinar on 21st January, 2021.
Jan 25, 2021
Digital transformation for financial institutions- Opportunity and impact
Digital transformation offers financial institutions better efficiency, more customers, and greater profits. It can also provide an edge to the post-COVID recovery of organizations. Here’s how Equity bank transformed itself and increased profitability in the face of various adversities.
Sep 17, 2020
Analysis of India’s payment system indicators in Q2 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed many users to adopt digital payments as they seek convenience and safety. MSC’s analysis of five categories of payment systems indicators in India indicates that these systems are dependable, durable, and command the mass market’s confidence.
Aug 4, 2020
Indian agriculture during and after the pandemic
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, agricultural activities in India were exempt from restrictions. However, the lockdowns led to various disruptions in the supply chain. This blog summarizes the impact of COVID-19 on different sub-sectors and highlights the measures the government took to address the problems of farmers.
Jul 20, 2020