As the world gears up for COP28, the significance of addressing climate change becomes more pronounced than ever. Amid global efforts, let’s delve into microfinance’s often-overlooked yet powerful role in the battle against climate challenges.

Together with our partners, investors, and team members from Ecuador, we had the honor of meeting Marianne Jenni, the Swiss Ambassador to Ecuador.

In the world of impact investing, making informed decisions is crucial to ensure that capital is channeled into initiatives that create a positive and lasting difference. A key aspect of this decision-making process involves conducting thorough due diligence to gain deeper insights into the organizations and individuals being supported. Recently, two of our investment analysts in Pakistan, Aastha Dawani and Abdul Ijaz embarked on a due diligence trip in Pakistan, where they had the opportunity to visit MFIs and meet with end clients. This journey offered them a unique perspective on the impact of EQ’s investments and provided valuable lessons on the power of financial inclusion in a developing nation.

Our time at LuxFLAG Sustainable Investment Week (#LSIW23) allowed us to connect with industry leaders, share perspectives, and contribute to the advancement of Sustainable Finance.

Why Enabling Qapital?​

I applied to Enabling Qapital because its impact investment focus aligns with my vision of the private sector playing a crucial role in enhancing social, economic, and environmental aspects. The company’s commitment to financial inclusion resonates with my social awareness, especially as a citizen of Ecuador. I’m excited about EQ’s projects, such as the Spark+ Africa Fund, positively impacting societies like Africa through modern household energy access. In essence, I am drawn to EQ’s dedication to social responsibility and creating value by investing in high-impact projects for community well-being.​

Enabling Impact in Cambodia
Voices of Change: Mr. Horn Kong | Chamroeun

Mr. Horn Kong, aged 59, and his wife Kul Theara, aged 58, reside in Ou Ta Kam Pir Village, Toul Ta Ek commune, in the Battambang Province of Cambodia. They have been acquainted with Chamroeun Microfinance Plc for nearly a decade since Chamroeun established its first office near their home.

Resilient Harvests: How Smart Agriculture Transformed a Sri Lankan Tea Plantation

We are committed to supporting organizations that drive positive change and make a significant impact in the world of microfinance. Kashf Foundation is a remarkable addition to Enabling Qapital’s portfolio.

As part of our commitment to education and knowledge sharing, we are excited to announce that, one of our esteemed Co-Founders and SMT Member Remo Oswald, serves twice a year as a guest lecturer at FHNW School of Business, sharing insights on how microfinance works in practice. This lecture is a part of the CAS Sustainable Finance course module Sustainable Investing, aimed at equipping participants with the necessary tools to make a meaningful impact in the field of finance.

Recent Central Bank language as well as early economic indicators are clearly pointing towards a state of global interest rates remaining higher for longer, somewhat in opposition to previous market consensus and futures forward pricing. I joined a recent session where our portfolio management has shared its views on what that means for the microfinance industry and its return perspectives as a whole.

At EQ, addressing the risk of greenwashing isn’t just a regulatory requirement—it’s a commitment to credibility and transparency. Our meticulous approach guides our strategies, aligns our team, and ensures our impact fund communications go beyond industry best practices. Explore how we steer through the challenges, making continuous strides in demonstrating tangible impacts and evolving alongside regulatory landscapes.

The African Microfinance Week, often referred to as SAM (Semaine africaine de la microfinance), stands as the largest conference dedicated to inclusive finance in Africa. Held in a different African country every two years, this extraordinary five-day event brings together up to 900 professionals in the inclusive finance sector from across the globe. SAM week 2023, was held in Lomé (Togo) from 16-20 October 2023, and some members of our investment team based in Kenya had the opportunity to attend.

Why EQ?

EQ’s mission is highly inspiring due to its essential positive influence on emerging markets, particularly in the context of the Central Asian region.

Our recent expedition to Sri Lanka uncovered the nation’s unwavering spirit in the face of challenges. Our Asia team conducted due diligence, visited branches and countless clients.

Enabling Impact in Kazakhstan
Voices of change: Ulzhas Agatayeva | Solva

At Enabling Qapital, we are inspired by success stories like that of Ulzhas Agatayeva, an enterprising woman from Shymkent, Kazakhstan, and a valued end client of one of our partner microfinance institution, Solva.

Why EQ?

EQ offers a platform for fostering a sustainable and positive impact in developing nations.

Why EQ?

I like the mission of EQ!

The 2023 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit brought together world leaders, experts, and stakeholders to tackle pressing global challenges and outline pathways toward sustainable development. Across various reports and discussions, several critical takeaways emerged.

Why EQ?

Great people, a meaningful mission, and endless learning opportunities.

The students of MAS Business Innovation Engineering for Financial Services at ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences got the opportunity to learn about innovative practices disrupting the microfinance sector from our Managing Partner and co-founder, Roger R. Müller.

The Swiss Green Economy Symposium is a prestigious conference at the forefront of sustainable business practices in Switzerland. Their 11th annual conference took place on the 6th and 7th of September 2023, and one of our Managing Partners and Co-founders, Remo Oswald was among the moderators.

The World Bank Group is hosting a Webinar with Chuck Olson, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at EQ, as a featured speaker at the upcoming Disaster Risk Finance for Agriculture and Climate-Resilient Livelihood Knowledge Exchange Series.

Why EQ?​

I come from an emerging market and through EQ I can contribute to my country and the region.​

Why EQ?​

EQ affords me the opportunity to contribute to its mission of moving money to meaning through impact investing with a friendly, diverse and competent team.

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Get ready to cheer as Remo Oswald, EQ’s Managing Partner and Co-Founder, gears up once again for another adrenaline-pumping annual Bike Race Charity Ride!

Why EQ?

Enabling Qapital is an internationally minded, fast-growing company with a proven track record of real impact investing. I’m especially inspired by the mission of EQ to move money to meaning, as well as the exceptional people who I have had the pleasure of already meeting. I’m excited for the opportunity to join the EQ family and become a part of the journey!

Enabling Qapital’s impactful journey takes center stage as we proudly present an insightful article endorsed by one of our esteemed partners and influential investors, Alternative Bank Switzerland. This article sheds light on the transformative force of microfinance investments, emphasizing their profound social and ecological impact.

The East of Georgia is strongly involved in agriculture, thanks to its nutrient-rich soil. Additionally, agricultural practices are often deeply intervened with family history. This is also the case for Nino. Thirty years ago, his father decided to purchase land and start a family business in the agro-business. 

Good governance and servant leadership are at the core of our sustainability strategy. They define our shared goals and are the foundation of our mission and vision to move money to meaning in a world where investments strive to empower people and embrace the planet.