Given their widespread presence in rural and poor areas, post offices can play a leading role in advancing financial inclusion. Yet little is known about the type of clients that post offices reach through...
From the beginning of modern microcredit, its most controversial dimension has been the interest rates charged by micro lenders, often referred to as microfinance institutions (MFIs). These rates are higher...
The study, the role of postal networks in expanding access to finance, comprises a review of about 60 developing countries in five regional landscapes, based mainly on secondary data. The study provides...
This study discusses the landscape of postal networks in the African region and their current role of postal networks in providing access to financial services. The landscape is intended to serve as a...
The Postal Services Reform Project seeks to expand the coverage and quality of postal services, achieve major efficiency gains, and, become more responsive to client needs. In addition, an increased private...