Past Webinar

This session will explore how the rise of artificial intelligence is opening new pathways for the digital financial inclusion of low-income, marginalized rural actors, helping to mitigate and circumvent many of the traditional barriers that limit these actors’ capacity to access a range of different financial services (such as credit, savings and insurance) adapted to their […]

CAFI SSF Network – Webinar Talk Series FAST-TRACKING INSURANCE FOR SMALL FISHING VESSELS: AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH Wednesday,  22 April 2026 8:30 AM Rome | 9:30 AM Nairobi, Addis Ababa | 12:00 PM Delhi | 1:30 PM Bangkok 3:30 PM Seoul, Tokyo   Background note Marine insurance has long safeguarded the world’s cargoes, vessel hulls, and […]

How can fintech expand financial inclusion for smallholder farmers and agrifood SMEs? This HASTEN lecture explores real-world innovations—like digital farmer registries and inclusive finance platforms—driving sustainable agrifood systems transformation in Africa and beyond.

15:00 – 16:15 pm CET *Further details on speakers and the registration link will be provided soon, please follow this page closely. Introduction Rural Finance Labs evolved out of the previous bi-monthly technical webinar series organized by the Inclusive Rural Finance team of the FAO, in collaboration with partners, under the umbrella of the CABFIN […]

The webinar will provide a platform to discuss the obstacles faced by insurers and present practical strategies to enhance financial sustainability in the sector. During this one-hour and 15 minute session, we are delighted to be joined by two well-known and experienced professionals: – Siani Malama, Insurance Business Development Director at Vision Fund International – […]

This online event will explore actionable strategies to improve financial inclusion for rural youth, addressing key challenges and unlocking their economic and social potential. What’s in it for you? 🔹 Expert Panel Discussion: Gain insights from a diverse panel of experts as they analyze: Regulatory and sociocultural barriers limiting rural youth’s access to financial services. […]

This engaging webinar explores the emerging role of ag-tech startups in revolutionizing agricultural supply chains through innovative business models. As the agricultural sector evolves with shifts towards higher-value, perishable products and increased urbanization, these startups are stepping in to bridge the gap between small-scale operations and larger agricultural demands. The session will delve into how […]

Commercial fishing is one of the most dangerous occupations in the world. Accidents and fatalities are common, especially in small-scale fisheries (SSF). Fishers work long hours and often in harsh conditions. Climate change has only increased the hazardous conditions under which small-scale fishers operate, as natural disasters become ever more prevalent and destructive. Damage and […]

Digital financial services (DFS) have the potential to help low-income customers become more resilient to individual and climate shocks and capture investment opportunities that improve their well-being. However, realizing this potential requires the setup of crucial building blocks, such as far-reaching and inclusive Cash-In and Cash-Out (CICO) agent networks. Expanding agent networks of the CICO […]