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Microfinance transparency and reporting to donors (pdf 32kb)

This article explores the complexities of Microfinance Institution (MFI) reporting and examines the donor reporting mechanism as a tool for improving the performance of an MFI. Providing accurate and meaningful reports about financial and social performance has been identified as a problem for MFIs. 

Key topics covered include; transparency in microfinance, the benefits of MFI reporting, donor reports and how can donors further enhance transparency in microfinance.

 

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