ReFinD grantees share evidence, inspire dialogue on last mile digital finance solutions

ReFinD grantees share evidence, inspire dialogue on last mile digital finance solutions

A cross-section of researchers, students, and enthusiasts in digital financial inclusion gathered for a ReFinD research dissemination session themed “Bridging the Last Mile: Evidence in Expanding Digital Finance to the Last Mile.” The session showcased five ReFinD-funded research projects, exploring how digital finance tools are shaping access and opportunity for underserved populations.

New publication introduces process model for digital transformation in resource-limited contexts

New publication introduces process model for digital transformation in resource-limited contexts

A newly published study supported by ReFinD provides fresh insights into how governments, particularly those in resource-constrained environments, can effectively drive digital transformation within FinTech ecosystems. Titled “Government-Led Digital Transformation in FinTech Ecosystems”, the paper offers a compelling shift from traditional approaches to understanding public sector innovation.

ReFinD trials mobile money outreach in underserved parts of Ghana’s Central Region

Interviews with local residents provide crucial insights into the effectiveness of the “Mobile Money Agent Network Expansion” project.

Reaching the last mile remains one of the biggest challenges in expanding access to financial services across Ghana. In the Central Region, where some communities still lack mobile money services, ReFinD introduced a promising pilot aimed at narrowing that gap. Through the Mobile Money Agent Network Expansion and Productivity project, researchers are supporting mobile money agents to reach remote, underserved areas—places often overlooked due to the high cost and logistical effort involved.