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FinNeeds Toolkit

This toolkit introduces the elements of the FinNeeds measurement framework, outlines the FinNeeds indicators to track, and discusses the data sources and measurement approaches relevant for each element, as well as how to analyse the data for policy-ready insights. Get started

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Data Fest 2019

Join us in Kigali, Rwanda, for the finale of the DataHack4FI Innovation Competition. Our data fest on 22 and 23 August 2019 will be an opportunity to connect with data enthusiasts and emerging tech entrepreneurs from across Africa. Register for the Data Fest

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@i2ifacility 17 Jul 2019

Dive into the #data and explore how people manage their #financial lives on our portal: https://t.co/AloRY9mQ7I @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust https://t.co/e7vQ2DcKsC
@i2ifacility 17 Jul 2019

RT @startupcompound: We just published this week's newsletter. Checkout the latest updates from the #Kigali #startup and #tech scene. http…
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

@Ivan Murenzi is the speaker in #Rwanda. Initiatives such as #DataHack4FI matter to @statisticsRW and @rwictchamber to pave the way to inclusive digital development. Thanks to @LeaprLabs @klabrw @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn @MicrosoftAfrica @liquidtelecom https://t.co/LVm78pys89
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Congratulations to the runner-up team @Jquiker in #Rwanda #DataHack4FI #DataHack4FI @LeaprLabs @klabrw @rwictchamber @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn Visit https://t.co/D5FKc7pJN2 https://t.co/aqZ7oWEREP
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

And the winner in #DataHack4FI #Rwanda is @AicosOfficial Congratulations! We look forward to seeing you at the grand finale data fest in Rwanda. #DataHack4FI @LeaprLabs @klabrw @rwictchamber @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn Visit https://t.co/D5FKc7pJN2 https://t.co/2EsX2iTk5J
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Congratulations to @UsalamaTechnology for being the #DataHack4FI #Kenya winner. We look forward to seeing you at the grand finale data fest in #Rwanda. @NairobiGarage @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn Visit https://t.co/D5FKc7pJN2 https://t.co/EIM087xIkn
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

The discussion continues at the #DataHack4FI Innovation competition in #Rwanda on #e-hailing, #digitalpayments. Can instant payments drive #financialinclusion and inclusive digital development in #Rwanda? @RuraRwanda. Read our case study here: https://t.co/33KXhvJk2H @MissKasebs
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Our #DataHack4FI participants are a part of the ongoing e-hailing conversation. Read more: https://t.co/16SbhXILib
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Next in #Rwanda #DataHack4FI @Jquiker explore the potential of a cashless economy for motorcyclists through tracking and e-payments. They want to to improve ICT solutions, specifically in computer-related domains #financialinclusion @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn https://t.co/9Z4I7gyIJy
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Access to credit is limited in #Rwanda. #Finscope 2016 shows 4% borrow from a bank, 13% have formal credit options, 61% have informal credit (savings groups, shop credit and money-lenders) and 32% borrow from family and friends. @AFRwanda #DataHack4FI
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Next to pitch in #Rwanda #DataHack4FI is @FikiaGroup who collect data to improve access to credit. @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn https://t.co/lvkf5mKzk6
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

The judges are in action at #DataHack4FI #Rwanda with @MoussaHBN (KHENZ Ltd), Olivier Manzi (@RSwitch), Paul Buchana (Data Science expert) and Aneth Kasebele (@UNCDF) @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn https://t.co/iImrKOlV2r
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Our @DataWhisper is following the country finals in #Rwanda for #DataHack4FI. Who will take home the seed capital and go on to grand finale? @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust https://t.co/yJLQu38CyN
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

The @AicosOfficial currently has 112 cooperatives and 84 000 members and they are competing for the $5000 seed capital at the #Datahack4FI country final. Find out more: https://t.co/viaHftlHkE
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

First up to pitch in #Rwanda #DataHack4FI is @AicosOfficial. This startup does away with paper and improves access to loans working with cooperatives & SACCOs #digitization Read more https://t.co/miOOrzqvD8 @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn https://t.co/bmwGayWBhA
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Our Lead Hennie Bester opens the evening and says our future in Africa involves major decisions around data and we need a unified voice #Rwanda at #DataHack4FI @LeaprLabs @klabrw @rwictchamber @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @MastercardFdn https://t.co/XUfIfaNeag
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Our team lead kicks off the evening in #Kigali #Rwanda for the #Datahack4FI country final. "Decisions about technology will determine our future. Africa needs to have a unified voice to give Africa a chance in the digital future" @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust https://t.co/JnqhePxlXe
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

We're kicking off #Datahack4FI country final in #Rwanda. Who's going to take home the $5000 and represent Rwanda at the grand finale? Stay tuned! @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust @klabrw https://t.co/p9MFlehwFM
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

Good luck for the pitches. #DataHack4FI https://t.co/cvuKhppDnF https://t.co/ir0JgwtEc3
@i2ifacility 12 Jul 2019

We're getting ready for the #DataHack4FI country final with @klabrw. We look forward to seeing the teams in action. Find our more about the innovation competition here: https://t.co/AYfZVzfrpp @cenfri_org @Finmarktrust