SBP Launches Zarkhez-e Digital Platform to Expand Collateral-Free Agricultural Loans for Small Farmers
The State Bank of Pakistan has launched the Zarkhez-e digital platform to provide collateral-free loans to small farmers. The system integrates with banks and microfinance institutions, enabling online loan applications and in-kind disbursements to boost agricultural productivity.
NIBAF enhances institutional effectiveness through capacity building program for government officials and MFBs
NIBAF Pakistan organized a two-day capacity building program at its Islamabad campus for government officials and microfinance institutions, aiming to enhance professional skills and strengthen institutional effectiveness.
Pakistan Post Struggles with Financial Crunch Amid Slow Digital Transformation
Pakistan Post faces a deepening financial crisis with a widening income-expenditure gap, driven by project cancellations, sluggish digitalisation, and declining service revenue. New initiatives with partner organisations aim to revive growth and trust.
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad Stresses Durable Macroeconomic Stability for Inclusive Growth
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights the need for durable macroeconomic stability to drive inclusive growth, emphasizing financial inclusion, microfinance sector reforms, and climate resilience initiatives at the Annual Microfinance Conference in Karachi.
JazzCash CEO Advocates Human-Centered Innovation to Redefine Global Remittances
At the IAMTN Global Summit 2025, JazzCash CEO Murtaza Ali highlighted the power of human-centered fintech innovation in shaping the future of global remittances, emphasizing trust, empowerment, and financial inclusion through digital channels.
Financial Inclusion in Pakistan Reaches 67% as SBP Targets 75% by 2028
Pakistan’s financial inclusion has climbed to 67%, with the State Bank of Pakistan aiming to push it to 75% by 2028. Governor Jameel Ahmad credits this progress to digital initiatives and inclusive policy measures.
HBL Asset Management to Host Investor Weekend 2025 in Lahore to Promote Financial Planning and Investment Awareness
HBL Asset Management is hosting Investor Weekend 2025 at Dolmen Mall Lahore from October 10 to 12, offering individuals and families a platform to learn about financial planning, savings, and investment strategies through expert guidance and digital investment solutions.
PaySa and Covalent Forge Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Digital Payments Ecosystem in Pakistan
PaySa, a new Electronic Money Institution with in-principle approval from State Bank of Pakistan, has signed a strategic partnership with Covalent to implement its award-winning Taabiir platform. The collaboration aims to enhance Pakistan’s digital payments infrastructure and expand financial inclusion.
Easypaisa Digital Bank Redefines the Future of Inclusive Finance at Pakistan Business Summit
At the Pakistan Business Summit, Easypaisa Digital Bank’s President & CEO Jahanzeb Khan highlighted how the bank is pioneering Pakistan’s digital-first financial ecosystem through AI innovation, open banking, and financial inclusion initiatives empowering youth, women, freelancers, and MSMEs.
LUMS to host high-impact seminar on the future of fintech and digital money
LUMS is hosting a major fintech seminar bringing together leading banking and fintech experts to discuss the future of digital money, payments, blockchain, and innovation shaping Pakistan’s financial ecosystem.