CGAP

CGAP is an independent policy and research center dedicated to advancing financial access for the world's poor. It is supported by over 30 development agencies and private foundations who share a common mission to alleviate poverty. Housed at the World Bank, CGAP provides market intelligence, promotes standards, develops innovative solutions and offers advisory services to governments, financial service providers, donors, and investors.

By CGAP

Research

CGAP G2P Research Project: Brazil Country Report

This report summarizes the findings of research conducted in Brazil on the business case for shifting Bolsa Família payments to a bank account-based (financially inclusive) payment scheme, from the standpoint of the payer bank, the recipients, and the program itself.
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CGAP G2P Research Project: South Africa Report

This report covers the South Africa study in which interviews were conducted and information gathered from three government agencies, two banks, and 10 focus groups of clients.
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Global Standard-Setting Bodies and Financial Inclusion for the Poor

This white paper aims to raise awareness and frame issues to inform ongoing work by the five standard setting bodies to integrate financial inclusion into standards and guidance that can be effectively applied at the country level.
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Advancing Savings Services: Resource Guide for Funders

This resource guide is intended to gather in one source the issues funders need to consider when focusing on the expansion of voluntary savings mobilizations.
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Credit Reporting at the Base of the Pyramid

Over the past five years, the microcredit sector has experienced unprecedented growth. The number of borrowers served by microfinance institutions (MFIs) has increased threefold to reach 120 million clients.