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FirstBank Ghana brought together small business owners and experts for its first SME Connect Workshop, offering free training on finance, branding, and growth strategies. The bank is listening to customer feedback and pledging better service for Ghana's thriving small business community.
Ever wondered where your tax money actually goes? A new website breaks it down in a fun, colorful format that makes government spending finally make sense.
Former Wall Street trader Vivian Tu turned her experience of living paycheck to paycheck into a mission to teach millions about money. Her latest TED talk breaks down the financial lessons she wishes she'd known sooner.
Accounting students at Ohio State volunteered to prepare free tax returns for low-income residents, securing over half a million dollars in refunds. They caught costly errors, helped people file years of back taxes, and taught struggling workers how to avoid surprise tax bills.
A 17-year-old student in Bengaluru started teaching financial literacy to domestic workers after her cook broke down over her husband controlling all her money. Now 750 women have their own bank accounts and the knowledge to manage their finances.
A Nigerian financial services company has invested over N40 million in education through an essay competition that's now in its 13th year. This year's contest challenges students to solve real problems about making insurance more accessible during tough economic times.
A New Jersey middle schooler just proved financial literacy isn't just for adults. Uwaila Agheyisi beat 95 other students in a month-long investing competition and earned real money to start her investment journey.
College accounting students are preparing tax returns for free while gaining real-world experience. Spanish-speaking volunteers help break down language barriers for immigrant families.
Nigeria just opened registration for a free nationwide program that will train 10 million people in financial literacy and digital skills. The initiative targets women and youth with tools for sustainable wealth creation.
University Credit Union just handed out $25,000 in scholarships to four exceptional students who are making a difference in their communities. The financial cooperative also honored a retiring board chair by naming a new scholarship after her.
NMB Bank in Nepal just wrapped up a nationwide financial literacy campaign that reached over 4,000 students and community members during Global Money Week 2026. The program taught young people essential skills like saving, digital banking safety, and long-term financial planning. #
Donna Ortega volunteers with AARP Foundation Tax-Aide to give low-income families the same expert financial guidance that wealthy people pay for. She's helped one single mom for over a decade, saving her hundreds of dollars annually.
APEX Network and AltSchool Africa just launched one of Nigeria's largest crypto literacy programs, offering 1,000 fully funded scholarships to help Nigerians turn speculation into informed financial decisions. Applications open today on a first-come basis.
Seven Georgia high school seniors will each receive $1,000 to pursue their college dreams through LGE Community Credit Union's 2026 scholarship program. Applications are open through March 31 for students in seven metro Atlanta counties.
Nigerian financial regulators brought banking education directly to high schoolers in Anambra State, teaching them how to save and build financial resilience. The program aims to transform young people's relationship with money before they even enter adulthood.
Young Australians are proving financial resilience works, with 89% of Gen Z women and 85% of men actively saving money despite tough economic pressures. Experts say building strong money habits early is the key to weathering any financial storm.
A banking association in Nigeria turned a misinformation crisis into an educational moment when a popular content creator spread false claims about banks shutting down. The professional response led to a full retraction and public apology.
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After students were found spending financial aid on betting apps, South Africa's student loan agency and gambling board are launching a nationwide education campaign. The partnership will bring financial literacy workshops and awareness programs to campuses across the country in 2026.
College students in India are using new student credit cards to build financial histories years before entering the workforce. Banks now offer zero-fee cards backed by small deposits, helping young people learn money management while establishing credit scores that matter for future loans.
A Ghana investment expert says consistent saving beats high income for building wealth. His advice challenges the old "get a job, work till 60" retirement model.
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