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The Pandemic May Change Remittances—for the Better
Long denominated in cash, payments back to home countries are finally going digital.
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How the Pandemic Triggered a Digital Revolution in Money Transfers
Millions switched to digital remittances last year, saving costs and improving financial inclusion. Experts hope that trend will continue.
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COVID-19 Exposes Opportunities as Well as Vulnerabilities for Migrants’ Remittances to Senegal
The coronavirus pandemic has caused remittances back into Senegal to dry up as COVID-19 has taken grip and lockdown measures have affected the migrant workers who normally send the money…
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Remittances, a Vital Financial Lifeline, Are Being Squeezed
Each year, migrant workers send money to 800 million family members. However, the pandemic is severely disrupting flows.
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Remittance Statistics and Why They Matter for Africa
African Statistics Day is celebrated every year on 18 November to drive the development of statistics in Africa and increase public awareness about the vital role statistics play in all aspects…
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Regulatory Reforms Turn the Page on Ethiopia’s Illusive Remittances
A conducive and enabling regulatory framework is the foundation for competitive market conditions for non-bank financial service providers, including supporting access to domestic payment infrastructures. Such a framework should lead…
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