Bridging the Health Gap: Strides in Financing Africa's Future

A resilient health system in Africa will require collaboration among governments, development agencies, private sectors, and local communities.

Despite the rise of impact investing, only a small fraction of funds is directed toward healthcare.

Many health entrepreneurs find themselves stuck in the shift from incubation to acceleration.

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Nigeria's $1Bn Wholesale Impact Investment Fund Excites Pfas

The Wholesale Impact Investment Fund (WIIF) aims to address the critical financing gap faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) The WIIF is positioned to drive long-term economic growth,...more

Bridging the Health Gap: Strides in Financing Africa's Future

A resilient health system in Africa will require collaboration among governments, development agencies, private sectors, and local communities.Despite the rise of impact investing, only a small...more

Impact Report: Real Estate Funds At A Glance

Phenix Capital Group has released its latest Impact Report: Real Estate Funds at a Glance.The report highlights trends, growth, and sustainability goals within the real estate investment sector.The...more

Nuveen: Impact Investing Is A Flourishing Ecosystem

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Giin Report Highlights Institutional Asset Owners' Impact Approach

GIIN report highlights institutional asset owners' impact approach.SYPA's head of paid service, George Graham, recommended looking for returns where you wouldn't ordinarily expect to find...more

Esg Ratings Crucial For Private Investors' Decision-Making

Retail investors are influenced heavily by fund performance and ESG ratings, particularly star ratings.OSC report highlights the growing interest in ESG factors among retail investors, alongside...more

Ford Shuts Electric Truck Plant As Sales Slow

Ford Motor Company announced Thursday the closure of its Dearborn Michigan plant for the final six weeks of 2024.The move is the latest from Microsoft, which has backed carbon capture and other green...more

Marc Lasry's Avenue Capital Seeking A Buyer For Impact Fund

Avenue Capital Group is seeking a buyer for its impact investing business.If Avenue fails to find a buyer, it may explore winding down the fund and dismissing...more

Reconciling Alpha With Sustainability in Impact Investing

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