Government of Mali - Ministry of the Economy and Finances

$14,600,000.00 CAD

≈ $0.35 for every person in Canada ≈ 186 Canadians' average pay for a year
Department
Global Affairs Canada
Program
—
Recipient country
Mali
Fiscal year
2008-2009
Agreement period
January 2, 2009 – June 5, 2013
Project status
Closed
Reference
CA-3-A032992001

Published purpose

The project aims to improve the professionalization and sustainability of microfinance networks, to give women and the poor better access to financial services in Mali and to control these resources. Expected results include: coordinated management of the sector; better monitoring and supervision by strengthened organizations, equipped with suitable resources; microfinance institutions that are structured, professional, viable, and equipped with suitable financial resources; networks with adequate management information systems; financial services tailored to the needs of women, stakeholders of the agri-food sectors, and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. This project ended ahead of schedule, but remains in operational status for administrative reasons.

In plain English AI-generated

This project aims to improve microfinance networks in Mali, expanding access to financial services for women and low-income individuals, with a focus on professionalization and sustainability.

Category: Foreign Aid Development Primarily funds activity outside Canada

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