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Insights across nine research themes that shape inclusive, sustainable economies.

The financial sector should meet consumers’ needs, safeguard their privacy, protect them against cybercrime, and empower them to make informed choices. Cenfri’s work in measurement of outcomes, consumer protection guidelines, and technical assistance contribute to this.

Founded on the belief that digitalisation should contribute to inclusion and unlock economic opportunities, our portfolio spans data governance, applied data analytics, responsible digital financial services development, digital economy diagnostics and digitalisation for key economic sectors.
Much of our work, whether focused on digital payments, financial integrity, or building resilience among MSMEs, is driven by a commitment to advancing inclusive financial systems. We help ensure that financial services are accessible, affordable, and appropriate for underserved individuals and enterprises.
Drawing on our expertise in FATF guidelines, identity systems and risk analytics, we support policymakers, regulators and industry leaders apply risk-based approaches to tackling money laundering and terrorism financing without exacerbating financial exclusion.
Building on our legal and regulatory expertise and data skills, we support policymakers, regulators and supervisors in emerging markets to develop or implement context-appropriate policy and regulation aligned with global best practice.
We undertake research and support interventions that strengthen MSMEs, startup ecosystems and value chains to enhance livelihoods, unlock innovation, and drive inclusive economic growth in emerging markets.
By assisting central banks, payment operators and system participants navigate domestic and cross-border payments modernisation, we aim to position retail payments as a public good that advances economic inclusion. Cenfri has delivered a range of payments projects across Africa.
Cenfri strengthens insurance markets by supporting responsible innovation that enhances resilience, enables business growth and contributes to broader development goals. Our work spans diagnostics, regulatory support, climate-risk management, and tailored resilience solutions for MSMEs.
We work to improve climate resilience and adaptation in Africa by supporting risk management, insurance innovation and policy development that strengthens communities abilities to better manage and reduce the impact of disasters and climate shocks.

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Cenfri offers a range of services to support our clients and partners in delivering impact

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Research & evidence-building

Regulatory guidance & policy support

Regulatory guidance & policy support

Technical assistance & skills building

Technical assistance & skills building

Data services

Data services

Strategy & innovation support

Strategy & innovation support

Programmes and initiatives

Programmes and initiatives

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