Studies the role and functioning of mobile bankers (" tontiniers"). Includes a case study of a credit and savings association founded in 1971 in Cotonou and called "Operation 71".

Provides an overview of the approaches central banks in developing Asia have taken towards promoting economic stability and employment. It looks at ways central banks are concerned with labour market outcomes, and what central bank policies have done to promote employment. The paper also...

Based on a survey of 45 moneylenders carried out in the Dakar and Saint-Louis regions in 1989.

Based on a survey of 63 "mobile bankers" and 83 of their customers conducted in 1992.

Describes and assesses micro-finance schemes operating in the Kalookan City, Quezon City and Marikina.

Covers trends from 1987 to 1998. Includes comparisons with MERCOSUR countries.