Vodafone, Movirtu Discuss B2B Partnerships
Missed the webinar? Download the videos, PowerPoints, and other materials from the event here.
Up to 33 Million in Africa and Asia to Receive Access to Solar Energy
ToughStuff joins the BCtA with commitment to extend access to its low-cost, durable solar products in 14 countries.
B2B Partnerships: Creating Opportunity through Strategic Alliances Webinar
You’re invited to join the Vodafone, Movirtu and ADP for a webinar discussion on B2B Partnerships!
Jaipur Rugs to Provide 10,000 Low-Income Indians with Training
India-based rug company joins the BCtA with new commitment.
30 M Rural Poor in India and South Africa to Benefit from Banking Services
Vortex Engineering and WIZZIT Bank announce new commitments to the BCtA.
Dimagi, Sproxil Discuss Potential for Mobile Phones to Improve Health Care
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Read: Q4 “Innovations Update” Now Available
Read about the latest BCtA happenings in our Q4 newsletter.
Four Companies Announce New Ventures to Promote Clean Energy
More than 12 million low-income people will gain access to clean energy following four new commitments made to the BCtA.
Watch an Interview with Ted London
Companies entering into this market should focus on creating at fortune with the base of the pyramid, says London.
Report: Enhancing Value through Inclusive Business Strategies Now Online
The BCtA report from our September 21 workshop on Enhancing the Value of Inclusive Business is now available.
AECF Offering Funding up to $1.5 M for Innovative Business Ideas
The Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF) is inviting private sector companies to compete for investment support for their new and innovative business ideas.
Register for M-Health: Changing Health Care at the BoP Webinar
Join us as BCtA member companies Sproxil and Dimagi discuss the latest innovations in m-health on Dec. 8.
G20 Launches Challenge on Inclusive Business Innovation
Challenge will recognize successful inclusive business examples at G20 Summit in Mexico in June 2012.
Kenya-Based Firm to Provide 100,000 Small Farmers with Micro-Loans
Juhudi Kilimo’s commitment to the BCtA will help transform Kenya’s farmers into rural entrepreneurs.
Register Today: Making Inclusive Business Work in Vietnam
Business Call to Action sponsors inclusive business workshop in Ho Chi Minh on Oct. 14.
MCX Presents its Work with Farmers during BCtA Webinar
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Meeting the Challenge of Expanding Inclusive Business
Amanda Gardiner, Acting Programme Manager for the BCtA, blogs about overcoming barriers to inclusive business for Business Fights Poverty.
9 Million to Benefit from New Business Pact to Fight Poverty
New commitments to BCtA will promote access to clean energy sources and improved health care in low-income communities.
Read: BCtA’s Newsletter “Innovations Update”
Get up to date with BCtA’s latest news with this quarter’s Innovations Update.
3 Million Poor to Gain Access to Mobile Phone Identities
Technology firm’s commitment to BCtA will provide those living on $1-$2 a day with access to critical information and services.
60,000 Cameroon Cocoa Farmers to Benefit from BCtA Commitment
Noha Nyamedjo Company will build and operate a high-tech cocoa processing plant as part of commitment to fight poverty.
BCtA Hosts Launch Event in Jakarta
Prominent business leaders from across Asia-Pacific support the role of business in poverty reduction.
Business Leaders Commit to Fight Poverty in India
More than 35 executives gather in Mumbai to discuss barriers to creating and implementing inclusive business models.
Inclusive Business Approaches to Clean Energy
Missed the webinar? Watch Abellon Clean Energy and Selco talk about how clean energy is helping to combat poverty.
BCtA Highlights Private Sector Efforts to “Aim for the Base of the Pyramid”
14 August 2011 Investors have begun to notice that Africa Read More »
Watch: Financing Business Innovation for Africa’s Development Video
Trevor Manuel, CEOs talk about how inclusive business approaches benefit bottom lines at Cape Town events.
Minister Trevor Manuel: “Financing Business Innovation for Africa’s Development”
South Africa’s Planning Minister highlights the opportunities and challenges of MSME promotion.
BCtA Events at World Economic Forum on Africa 2011
Join BCtA for these exciting events that will take place in Cape Town during the World Economic Forum on Africa.
Exploring the Links between International Business and Poverty Reduction Webinar
Register today for this webinar featuring Coca-Cola, SABMiller, and Oxfam!
Acumen Fund and AECF Discuss Innovative Approaches to Financing Pro-Poor Business
Missed the Webinar? Check out the recordings and PowerPoints from the presentation.
BCtA’s Sproxil Receives $1.8 M from Acumen
Funding from Acumen will support the tech company’s expansion into India and Kenya.
Inclusive Business: Lowering the Financing Barrier Webinar
Register today for this webinar featuring Acumen Fund and Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund!
Barclays to Provide Financial Services to Poor Communities
The financial services group will provide around 60,000 people with access to financial services.
GIM Launches MAP International Case Study on Mobile Banking
Latest case study features BCtA member company’s efforts to promote financial inclusion in low-income communities.
Watch: Anglo American CEO Discusses BCtA Commitment
BCtA releases its new case study video featuring Anglo American’s commitment to create up to 25,000 new jobs.
Where Aid Meets Profit: The BCtA
BCtA’s explores the increasing importance of business in development in article for Public Diplomacy Magazine.
Watch: An Interview with Mo Ibrahim
BCtA launches its new Champion’s Circle Series with an interview with one of Africa’s leading businessmen – Dr. Mo Ibrahim.
Mission Measurement, Coca-Cola Discuss Results Reporting during BCtA Webinar
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Business Has Biggest Impact on Development, IDS Seminar Concludes
Inclusive business experts discuss role of business in poverty reduction.
BCtA Hosts Workshop on Overcoming Barriers to Inclusive Business
The Business Call to Action explores barriers to inclusive business growth at interactive workshop in London.
Business Action for Africa Launches New Report on Partnerships
A new report examines how business-driven partnerships are addressing Africa’s development challenges in new and innovative ways.
UNDP Administrator Highlights BCtA’s Role in Stimulating Pro-Poor Business Growth
UNDP Administrator Helen Clark recognizes BCtA at Anthony Crosland Memorial Lecture.
Business Call to Action Q3 Newsletter: Innovations Update
Read the latest on BCtA’s newest members, recent events, and other news.
DFCU Bank and Zain Promote Women’s Empowerment and Turn Poverty to Profit
IFC launches documentary to highlight how companies are contributing to MDG 3 by adopting pro-poor business strategies.
The Guardian: Developing the Private Sector’s Role
Developing the private sector’s role in development
WaterHealth International Named in the Global Cleantech 100
BCtA member company recognized for sustainable business model.
BCtA Launches Delivering Results: Moving Towards Scale Report
New report highlights business strategies for achieving the MDGs
Indian agri-market service to help 60,000 farmers combat poverty
Indian farmers to get help with setting fair crop prices.
DFID: Private Sector Holds Key to Tackling Global Poverty
The UK commits to step-up and intensify its work with business and enterprise.
Using Business Skills to Solve Social Ills: BCtA Featured in Huffington Post Op-Ed
Experts weigh in on the role of business in achieving the MDGs.
Building Inclusive Financial Markets in Africa Brown Bag Lecture
Absa/Barclays Approach to Financial Inclusion
UNDP Launches Knowledge Sharing Tools to Help Businesses Fight Poverty
UNDP launches knowledge management platform in wake of 2010 MDG Summit.
BCtA Helps to Sponsor High-Level Inclusive Business Event During UN Summit
September 21, 2010 New York — Over 200 leaders from Read More »
Business Organizations Join Effort to Accelerate Progress on Millennium Development Goals
September 22, 2010 New York – The Business Call to Read More »
Pfizer, Vodafone, Sproxil and WaterHealth International Commit to Fight Poverty and Improve Health Care
New York ― More than 200,000 people in Africa and Read More »
World Business and Development Award winners: Fighting poverty can benefit business
September 21, 2010 New York—Ten companies were recognized today at Read More »
Indian Paper Company to Fight Poverty through Sustainable Tree Farming
New Delhi, India – Ballarpur Industries Limited (BILT), an Avantha Read More »
UNDP Says MDGs Can Be Achieved, Puts Forward Action Agenda to Reduce Poverty
Based on evidence from 50 countries, the MDGs can be Read More »
2010 World Business and Development Awards Nomination Period Extended to July 15, 2010
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the United Nations Development Read More »
WBCSD Launches Inclusive Development Report on Challenges and Opportunities
The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) launched a Read More »
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