Proparco and Fundación Génesis Empresarial, the leading microfinance institution in Guatemala, are announcing their first partnership. Through a loan of USD 20 million in local currency, Proparco aims to boost the growth of this institution, which plays a crucial role in supporting small-scale farmers and micro-entrepreneurs in the country.

Proparco grants a €1 million ARIZ TPE portfolio guarantee to Karandaaz, a non-profit organization based in Pakistan. This guarantee will enhance access to financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Pakistan, with a special focus on women-led businesses and climate-related ventures. The agreement was formalized during a signing ceremony held in Islamabad.

Proparco and Amethis continue their long-standing collaboration in support of the African private sector. This new investment by Proparco in the Amethis Fund III ("AF III") aims to support African medium-sized companies that provide quality goods and services on the continent.