IFC Disruptive Tech, VC & Funds

On 9 Jan 2015 - my journey as a 1st generation entrepreneur started. As I look back and celebrate 10 years of Moglix - it has been One hell of a ride. for those of you - who know me better than others :) I am a dreamer and believe in the power of technology to change human lives and create a better society. Moglix brought together my passion for - India, Technology, Manufacturing and creating a large impact across the broad base of economy. The story below is about some of the questions I keep asking myself on how we create impact ! As we grow India to Viksit Bharat by 2047 there is a 100X potential and we are just getting started. #moglixhaina #credlixhaina Sandeep Goel Partha S Dash Jigyasa Kishore (she/her)Rupesh Kharbanda Jasmeet Marwah Saumya Khare Piyush Malviya Yash Mahendra Rishabh Agrawal Pramit Joshi Sumeet Gupta Ruchi Garg Subrata Mitra Anurag Srivastava Tejeshwi Sharma Navroz D. Udwadia Utsav Mitra Manoj Kohli Gunender Kapur Neelam Dhawan Neeraj Arora Samir Sood Mukul Gupta Anik Basu William Sonneborn Jiayuan (Gloria) L.

Exciting news from our team. I’m proud to announce that IFC has made a $20 million equity investment in Zepz, a digital cross-border remittance platform which is leveraging technology to boost financial inclusion in Africa and beyond. In addition to capital, IFC will bring its extensive experience as one of the earliest and largest fintech investors in emerging markets having invested directly in more than 75 fintech companies — spanning different verticals such as payments, lending, and insurance across 30+ emerging economies. With IFC's support, Zepz will scale its remittance services, particularly in underserved regions in Sub-Saharan Africa. This partnership will help enhance financial inclusion by reducing costs and expanding access to fast, affordable, and secure money transfer services for millions of migrants and their families. Together, we can have a significant impact on global financial inclusion! 🌐  Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/dbkEbQGb IFC Disruptive Tech, VC & Funds, IFC Africa IFC Financial Institutions #IFCDisruptiveTech #FinancialInclusion #Fintech #FinancialServices #DigitalEconomy #ImpactInvestment Mark Lenhard, Mohamed Gouled, Andi Dervishi, Stephanie Leydier, Kareem Abdel Aziz, Lavanya Srivastava Choudhary, Damilola Adeola Adebiyi, Dahlia Khalifa, Jane Zhang, Nicola Vesco

🌍 Exciting News! 🌍 We are thrilled to announce that IFC has made a $20 million equity investment in Zepz, a digital cross-border remittance platform dedicated to leveraging technology to enhance financial inclusion in Africa and beyond. This investment will help Zepz scale its remittance services, particularly in underserved regions in Sub-Saharan Africa, making money transfers more affordable and accessible for millions of migrants and their families. In 2022, remittance flows to Africa reached $99 billion, serving as a crucial lifeline for households across the region. However, Africa still faces some of the highest remittance transfer costs globally. Zepz aims to address this challenge by reducing costs and expanding access to fast, affordable, and secure money transfer services. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/eKiNNjd9 IFC Disruptive Tech, VC & Funds IFC Africa IFC Financial Institutions #IFCDisruptiveTech #FinancialInclusion #Fintech #FinancialServices #DigitalEconomy #ImpactInvestment Mark Lenhard, Mohamed Gouled, Andi Dervishi, Stephanie Leydier, Kareem Abdel Aziz, Lavanya Srivastava Choudhary, Damilola Adeola Adebiyi, Dahlia Khalifa, Jane Zhang, Nicola Vesco

🌐📶 Debunking 5G Myths. In the rapidly evolving world of technology, #5G stands out as a game-changer, promising unprecedented speed and connectivity. However, with great innovations often come great misconceptions. 🤔 Are you curious about what’s true and what’s not when it comes to 5G? This new blog dives deep into the most common myths surrounding 5G technology and sets the record straight. Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll learn: 🔍 Coverage: Will 5G be available everywhere? 🔍 Rollout speed: Will 5G replace 4G right away? 🔍 Global development: How will 5G impact emerging markets? 🔍 Climate: Will 5G have an impact on climate? This insightful read not only clarifies misconceptions but also highlights the transformative potential of 5G in driving #digitaldevelopment and economic growth. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gy_XNJCg #5G #DigitalDevelopment #DigitalInfrastructure #Connectivty #TechInnovation, The World Bank

Sub-Saharan Africa's high transaction costs prevent farmers from accessing quality inputs and markets. Digital technologies offer the potential to reduce these costs and help farmers connect with essential services. Learn how in this blog: https://lnkd.in/gN2Hs7Kj The World Bank #agtech #disruptivetech #digitaltechnologies #digitaleconomy

#Digitalconnectivity is a powerful catalyst for economic growth and inclusive development in emerging markets. IFC - International Finance Corporation is #AcceleratingImpact in digital transformation by investing in projects that help bridge the #digitaldivide. In the past year, our various initiatives helped connect 174M people with digitally enabled services, helping to unlock opportunities for people and help businesses grow. Learn more about how IFC is accelerating digital transformation in our FY24 Annual Report: http://wrld.bg/Qtgc50TTg32 #DigitalInfrastructure #DisruptiveTech #DigitalEconomy #DigitalTransformation

🌍🌏 The Call for Applications for #SheWinsClimate is ongoing! 🌱 Women-led startups are key to innovative climate solutions. Despite their potential, only 7% of venture capital funding goes to women-led businesses in emerging markets, and just 10% is invested globally in women-led climate tech. This imbalance means that disruptive climate innovations by women aren’t getting the visibility, support, or investment they need. She Wins Climate, is IFC’s flagship program aimed at accelerating women-led climate startups and increasing their access to climate investment in emerging markets and developing economies. 1. Are you a woman-led climate #startup in an emerging market? Apply now to the She Wins Climate regional startup acceleration programs in Eastern Europe or Asia. 2. Are you a climate-focused venture capital #fundmanager looking to strengthen gender-lens investing strategies? Join the We Fund Climate peer learning platform! Let’s support and invest in women-led climate innovations to drive impactful solutions! Find out more about IFC’s She Wins Climate program here: www.ifc.org/shewinsclimate #SheWinsClimate #LivablePlanet #WomenEntrepreneurship #WomenEntrepreneurs #ClimateAction #VentureCapital #VC #ClimateTech #CleanTech

🌟 Wrapping Up the First Edition of VC Unlocked for IFC - International Finance Corporation's Startup Catalyst! This week, we concluded a tailored edition of VC Unlocked, a 4-month virtual training program offered by IFC Startup Catalyst in partnership with 500 Global. This program brought together over 30 participants from IFC Startup Catalyst-supported funds to deepen their skills and gain practical knowledge of best practices in early-stage venture investing. The live workshops led by 500 Global instructors were a true highlight, offering hands-on learning and opportunities to network with peers from venture ecosystems across regions and emerging markets where IFC Startup Catalyst invests. This training was the first offered under #CatalystBooster, which is the value creation and advisory complement to IFC Startup Catalyst. IFC Startup Catalyst was launched in 2016 to support seed-stage funding mechanisms (accelerators, seed funds, etc.) across nascent venture ecosystems in emerging markets. A big thank you to all the participants and 500 Global for making this program a success! We’re excited to see how this cohort applies what they’ve learned to drive impactful investments and support innovative startups in their markets. Learn more about IFC Startup Catalyst here: https://lnkd.in/gF8vXPtR #IFCStartupCatalyst #CatalystBooster #VCUnlocked #VentureCapital #VC #VCfunds #Learning #500Global Farid Fezoua, Mohamed Eissa, Laurien Field, Dipta Shah

Remittances matter. Over 280 million migrants across the globe rely on remittances to support their families and communities. Yet, in many regions, particularly in Central and West Africa, the cost of sending money remains unacceptably high, averaging 7.4% per transaction. For millions of families, these fees erode the funds needed for education, healthcare, and daily essentials. At IFC - International Finance Corporation, we believe that addressing these challenges requires innovative partnerships, scalable solutions, and a commitment to financial inclusion. Today, on #InternationalDayofMigrants, I had the opportunity to engage with the incredible team behind Zepz, a key player in the cross-border remittance market, in which IFC recently invested US$20m. We discussed key aspects of the remittance market, including pressing challenges such as high remittance costs, regulatory barriers, and inefficiencies, while also highlighting the opportunities to drive change in this space. Through this partnership, we are working to: ✅ Lower remittance costs, making every dollar sent more impactful for families. ✅ Expand access to formal financial services for underserved communities. ✅ Drive digital innovation to streamline money transfers and create more efficient systems. Our goal is to create a world where remittances contribute to the empowerment, resilience, and prosperity of migrant communities. #IFCinafrica #Zepz #InternationalDayofMigrants #FinancialInclusion Sergio Pimenta , Aliou Maiga , Farid Fezoua

💡 Calling all innovators! The The World Bank Bank Group Youth Summit 2025 Pitch Competition is now open. Turn your bold ideas into reality and get the chance to pitch your ideas in Washington DC! Apply by Jan 26, 2025: http://wrld.bg/ogGW50UsYYi #WBGYouthSummit