About us
MAIN (Microfinance African Institutions Network) is an international nonprofit making association established in 1995 in Ivory Coast through the initiative of several institutions (CERUDEB, SIPEM, SIDI, FIDI & IDM) with long experience in microfinance and/or promoting microenterprises in Africa.
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We strengthen the internal capacities of the micro-finance institutions, help to facilitate and promote exchange of information in the microfinance sector and provide for documentation of existing know how and the practices, and production of methodological materials.
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African and non african institutions or organization that provide financial and/ or technical assistance to African micro-economic operators can be members of MAIN. You can apply today to join our network. As at July 30 th 2025, MAIN counts 145 members from 27 countries.
Become a memberCELEBRATION OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MAIN NETWORK
A series of events and activities are planned to be organized throughout the year by different actors at regional and continental levels. It is therefore necessary to provide guidance and coordinate efforts.
- Official launching ceremony in Cotonou
- round table discussion
- TV broadcast
- Press conference
The National Microfinance Week (SeNaMif) is a conference dedicated to the development of microfinance in Benin.
The National Microfinance Week is a platform for dialogue and reflection among all stakeholders in the microfinance sector. Its aim is to sustainably accelerate the promotion of microfinance as a tool for poverty reduction in Benin.
https://senamif.social.gouv.bj/
22 September 2025
National Week of la Microfinance – Benin
Conference Center, Cotonou
13 October 2025
SAM 2025 – Nairobi
Nairobi, KenyaOur latest updates
