Country
The Gambia, Ghana, Senegal, Sierra Leone
Local Project Partner
The Gambia: National Association of Co-operative Credit Unions of The Gambia
Ghana: Co-operative Credit Union Association (CUA) Limited
Senegal: Direction de la Microfinance et de l'Inclusion Financière
Sierra Leone: National Co-operative Credit Unions Association
German Project Partner
Rheinischer Sparkassen- und Giroverband (RSGV)
Sparkasse Attendorn-Lennestadt-Kirchhundem
Donor
BMZ
Duration
01.07.2026 - 31.12.2028
In West Africa, the challenge is that microfinance institutions and credit unions must adapt their offerings and processes to an increasingly digital and complex financial environment in order to remain competitive and strengthen the financial inclusion of MSMEs, women, and youth. The project addresses this by introducing digital solutions, developing modern financial products, and strengthening the institutional capacities of partner organizations in Ghana, The Gambia, Senegal, and Sierra Leone. The goal is to sustainably improve the performance and competitiveness of financial institutions, expand access to needs-based financial services, and thereby promote economic and social development in West Africa.
Task
- Development of digital financial products and services for microfinance institutions, credit unions, and MSMEs
- Development and implementation of digital solutions, management systems, and efficient business processes to modernize partner institutions
- Providing consulting on digitalization, product development, risk management, sustainable finance, and the institutional development of microfinance institutions and credit unions
- Conducting training sessions, workshops, and digital educational programs for staff, members, MSMEs, women, and youth
- Promoting the regional exchange of experiences through South-South learning formats, specialized events, and networking among partner organizations in West Africa
