Clustered Small and Medium Enterprises in Herat

Contucted by the Afghanistan Public Policy Research Organization (APPRO) and funded by the Italian Coorperation - this study, "clusters" refers to a group of small to medium scale shops selling similar and complementary goods in the same location. This pilot study was designed and conducted to establish the needs and demands for microfinance products in Herat. Full Report

Demand Assessment for Sharia-based Financial Products

This new research – conducted by the Afghanistan Public Policy Research Organization (APPRO) and commissioned by MISFA – assesses the demand for Sharia-based financial products and services by potential borrowers in urban and rural settings in the provinces of Herat,  Jalalabad, Kabul and Mazar-e Sharif. 
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Gender Mainstreaming in Microfinance

Making a positive impact on the lives of Afghan women.The study examines the impact of microfinance on the respondents’ access to amenities, as well as on their economic and social empowerment. 
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Agriculture Market Research for Microfinance and SME interventions 

The microfinance sector in Afghanistan has grown rapidly since its inception in 2003, with increasing numbers of client outreach and an expanding portfolio. 
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A Comparative Analysis Afghanistan’s Microfinance Sector vs. Counterparts in Neighboring Countries - Regional and Global Averages September 2009

Following is a quick look at how Afghanistan’s microfinance sector measures up with its counterparts in neighboring countries, as well as with regional and global averages. 
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Assessing the Demand for Savings Services among Microfinance Clients in Afghanistan

Financial services in general and Microfinance in particular have been growing steadily in Afghanistan over the past six years1. Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) have about 12 times more. 
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Microfinance in Afghanistan: 
A baseline and initial impact study for MISFA – September 2007

Microfinance clients in Afghanistan come from varied economic backgrounds and are spread across different geographic areas. 
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