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This database contains a diverse range of more than 2,000 publications about inclusive business and relating topics, such as impact investing, microfinance and market systems approaches. You will find not only reports but also market intelligence, case studies, tools and videos that touch upon of several sectors and regions.

The diverse range of publications in this database all relate to inclusive business - meaning business models that engage base of the pyramid (BoP) consumers, suppliers, entrepreneurs and/or employees in low income and/or emerging markets.

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This publication was written for companies that are already involved in the Nigerian affordable housing market. It highlights opportunities in the country’s affordable housing market and provides an overview of the current status of the market, best practices and support organizations.

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AuthorC. Raschke
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountrySub-Saharan Africa
Nigeria
Yes

This report assesses the extent to which inclusive business models promote women's economic empowerment in Asia and Latin America. It looks at Inclusive businesses that involve women in their value chain and provide specific services that help low-income women.

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AuthorC. Tewes-Gradl, Dr. Aline Menden, Isabel von Blomberg, Saskia Vossenberg
LanguageEnglish
No

This paper analyses the status quo of the inclusive business landscape in Mexico while also taking research findings from Colombia into account. The article provides insights about structures and interdepences between business and support organisations of the inclusive business eco-system. It identies obstacles in the Mexican market and highlights areas for future call for action.

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AuthorJ. Melo, T. Magdalena
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryLatin America and the Caribbean
Mexico
Yes

Low-income households often face difficulties in accessing good quality and at the same time affordable housing solutions. In Ghana both the informal and formal sector supply of housing continues to be inadequate to meet the increasing demand. This has resulted in acute and persistent housing deficits. This report sets out the major issues affecting affordable housing provision and seeks to present a business case for formal private sector interventions in affordable housing in Ghana.

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AuthorG. Kavaarpuo, J. Ayitio, K. Sarfoh
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountrySub-Saharan Africa
Ghana
Yes

This paper analyses the status quo of the inclusive business landscape in Colombia while also taking research findings from Mexico into account. The article provides insights about structures and interdepences between business and support organisations of the inclusive business eco-system. It identies obstacles in the Colombian market and highlights areas for future call for action.

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Publish Date
AuthorJ. Melo, T. Magdalena
LanguageEnglish
Region/CountryLatin America and the Caribbean
Colombia
Yes

This report examines successful efforts to build affordable housing in six Caribbean countries. Governments in the region have embarked on programs to expand social housing, lower mortgage lending costs and promote disaster-resistant buildings. The report profiles housing initiatives in Bahamas, Barbados, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago.

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AuthorM. Donovan, P. McHardy
LanguageEnglish
Region/Country
Guyana, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago
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