Beltone and Dutch fund sign deal to support low-income projects in Egypt

Ahram Online , Wednesday 27 Dec 2023

Beltone Financial Holding's subsidiary Cash for Microfinance signed an EGP 60 million agreement with the Dutch Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE), to support low-income entrepreneurs in Egypt, according to a company statement on Wednesday.

Beltone Financial Holding and the Dutch Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE) officials.
Beltone Financial Holding and the Dutch Challenge Fund for Youth Employment (CFYE) officials.

 

The agreement stipulated the launch of the "Underprivileged Entrepreneurs Reach Project", which targets providing finance to entrepreneurs, with a special focus on women and youth.

Funded by the Netherlands government, CFYE enables youth employment by supporting the private sector in the Middle East and Africa.

Cash for Microfinance will utilize mobile branches to bring financial services closer to underserved communities, deploying dedicated female loan officers who will be equipped with the necessary tools to eliminate long commuting distances, specifically benefiting women.

The company will also offer incremental loans, provide financial support for participation in local fairs, and assist in the development of a social media presence for entrepreneurs.

“We aim to create numerous job opportunities, enhance skills and contribute to the microfinance sector's growth,” said Morcos Nabil, CEO of Cash for Microfinance.

For her part, Ola Farrag, CFYE Country Lead said that the project is expected to create about 2,500 jobs for youth.

Beltone Financial Holding operates 13 subsidiaries specializing in various areas of finance and investment.

In September, Beltone Holding finalized the acquisition of Cash Microfinance, a company based in Minya, operating in Upper Egypt.

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