Bank Alfalah Advances Financial Inclusion with Major Growth in Women Led Banking
Bank Alfalah reports significant progress in women’s financial inclusion for 2026, showcasing growth in female-led business financing and workforce diversity.
VEON Invests $20 Million in Mobilink Bank to Expand Digital Islamic Banking in Pakistan
VEON Group has announced a fresh $20 million investment in Mobilink Bank to scale digital Islamic banking, MSME financing, and financial inclusion across Pakistan, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the country’s fintech ecosystem.
Karandaaz Pakistan and Walee Launch Khudmukhtar Khatoon: A Shariah-Compliant Digital Finance Solution for Women Entrepreneurs
Karandaaz Pakistan and Walee Financial Services have launched Khudmukhtar Khatoon, Pakistan’s first Shariah-compliant digital asset financing program for women entrepreneurs, aiming to drive inclusion, empowerment, and sustainable growth.
Pakistan’s Push Toward Inclusive Banking: Progress and Persistent Gaps in Women’s Financial Empowerment
Pakistan’s banking sector shows progress in women’s inclusion, with 17 million new female accounts and a 9% reduction in the gender gap. Yet, persistent inequalities reveal the need for deeper, data-driven strategies to achieve true financial empowerment.
SBP Champions Women’s Financial Empowerment as Catalyst for Inclusive and Sustainable Growth
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is championing women’s economic empowerment through financial inclusion reforms, digital innovation, and global collaboration. Governor Jameel Ahmad highlights progress under the Banking on Equality policy, showcasing how women entrepreneurs are shaping Pakistan’s path toward sustainable growth.
Karandaaz and Walee Launch Shariah-Compliant Digital Financing for Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan
Karandaaz Pakistan and Walee Financial Services launch Khudmukhtar Khatoon, a Shariah-compliant digital financing solution for women entrepreneurs. The program focuses on asset-based financing, empowering women-led businesses in apparel, food, and beauty sectors, and setting a new benchmark for inclusive finance in Pakistan.
Mobilink Bank and RCCI join hands to strengthen women-led businesses through financial literacy and digital banking
Mobilink Bank has signed an MoU with RCCI to support 2,000 women entrepreneurs through financial literacy training, digital banking solutions, and inclusive incubation programs, strengthening Pakistan’s women-led SME ecosystem.
HBL Microfinance Bank Advances Women’s Financial Empowerment Through Mashal Program Collaboration
HBL Microfinance Bank, under its flagship Mashal Program, joined hands with Bulandi-e-Niswa to host an awareness session focused on women’s financial empowerment. The event highlighted financial literacy, business fundamentals, and inclusive banking solutions tailored for women, reaffirming the bank’s mission to foster economic independence and social growth among women in Pakistan.
Kashf Foundation renews $15M loan partnership with FMO to empower women entrepreneurs in Pakistan
Kashf Foundation secures its second $15M loan facility with FMO Dutch development bank to expand financial access for women entrepreneurs and underserved households in Pakistan.
SECP unveils Draft Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028 to advance gender equality in Pakistan’s regulated sectors
The SECP has released its Draft Women EquiSmart Policy 2025–2028, Pakistan’s first structured framework to embed gender equality across capital markets, insurance, non-banking finance, and corporate sectors, inviting feedback from stakeholders nationwide.