Monthly Archives: January 2021

  • As elsewhere around the world, especially in developing countries, women in Egypt are disproportionately represented in the informal economy. This term refers to economic activities that are not subject to contracts or governmental regulation and do not offer protections like social security, health insurance, and pension benefits. Women selling fruit and vegetables at roadside stands, […]

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  • We often share stories about the microloans you generously provide enabling beneficiaries to create small-scale businesses, but these funds can also empower entrepreneurs to impact their communities through larger-scale job creation. In a southern suburb of Cairo, Mohammed owned a cafe that only had the capacity to serve beverages to customers. He longed to expand […]

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