Last month consumers voted Rabobank as the most sustainable bank in the Netherlands during the Sustainable Brand Index, Europe’s largest sustainability brand survey. According to the Sustainable Brand Index (SBI), Rabobank’s top performance is notable because consumers have rated Rabobank as
Farmerline Group – the continent’s Amazon for African farmers – has secured a US$6.4 million Pre-Series A investment and $6.5 million debt to strengthen its supply chain for agribusinesses; reduce the cost of farming; and increase yield for farmers on
Norfund is investing in the South African-based citrus and fresh-produce exporter Lona Group. This investment was made together with Phatisa Food Fund 2, and British International Investment (BII, formerly known as CDC Group) and Finnfund. As one of the largest integrated
NMB Bank PLC launched a customized banking solution that allows more people access to its banking services, thereby increasing the penetration of financial services across the country. The first of its kind in the Tanzanian banking industry, this solution aims
Equity Group and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have signed a partnership agreement in support of the sustainable development of Africa through supporting micro, small and medium sized businesses (MSMEs) from all sectors of the economy including climate-smart businesses. The partnership
Last month Ecobank Commercial Banking, part of the Pan-African banking Group Ecobank launched its Ellevate Leadership Training Programme in partnership with the Global Business School Network (GBSN). The Ellevate Leadership Training Programme forms part of ‘Ellevate Equip,’ the brand name
Name: Martine Gross Title: Executive PA & Office Manager When did you join Arise and why? I joined Arise in January 2017. What was attractive about the role was the opportunity to not only join a new company but to also be part
FMO recently released their 2021 Annual Report: Resilience During the Times of Change, which showcases the organization’s achievements for the 2021 period. According to FMO CEO, Mr Michael Jongeneel, there are eight years left for the world to achieve the Sustainable
The economic rebound relative to 2020 created a tailwind for Rabobank. Although COVID-19 continued to impact society in 2021, government support measures cushioned its hold on the economy, which grew significantly. Improved market conditions led to a net release of
A new joint investment between Norfund and Zebu Investment Partners aims to strengthen the food value chain in Mozambique, catalyzing the creation of more jobs and increased food security in the country. Norfund has signed a 6 million USD equity investment
