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Financial Education

Financial education programme

Knowledge for the informal business sector.

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Overview

Alongside its financial products and services, Maal Microfinance runs a financial education programme for the informal business sector and groups within micro, small and medium enterprises, so customers and the public can make informed decisions.

What it offers

  • Saving educationRaises awareness of the importance of saving, individually and in groups.
  • Account openingGuides customers through opening an account, essential for managing savings.
  • Financing educationExplains how financing is processed, the criteria, the documents required and the rationale for charges.
  • Accessing your moneyPractical lessons on deposits, withdrawals and requesting statements.
  • Business model developmentA 3 to 6-week programme for entrepreneurs focused on building well-managed, operationally sound businesses.

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