36th edition of Proparco’s Private Sector & Development (PS&D) review is devoted to technical assistance, a development instrument commonly used by all the players (international organizations, donors, Continue Reading
Technical assistance, for a long time the exclusive domain of public development institutions, has more recently been offered as a service by development finance institutions. Implemented at macro, meso- and Continue Reading
What have the millions spent by development agencies on technical assistance actually been used for? What part will technical assistance play in the future? Critical examination of assistance programmes with […]Continue Reading
It is becoming increasingly necessary to assess the impact of technical assistance projects. But the standard indicators, most of which are based on quantitative measurements, are not necessarily appropriate given Continue Reading
European Union technical assistance is implemented at micro-, meso- and macroeconomic level to encourage growth and benefit different sectors of the population, including the poorest. Programmes aim to incorporate Continue Reading
Technical assistance provided by LeapFrog Labs enables microinsurance companies to grow stronger and innovate. This article highlights LeapFrog’s investment strategy for microinsurance, describes the design Continue Reading
Is it still possible to envisage SME development in Africa without providing technical assistance as well as financial investment? After all, it is thanks to technical assistance programmes that private […]Continue Reading
Economic development can be directed into emerging markets by promoting private sector engagement. By providing technical assistance to companies, industries, and governments, development finance institutions seek Continue Reading
Development finance institutions sometimes provide their clients with technical assistance to strengthen their capacity in governance, management and financial administration. While the use of public funds for Continue Reading
