IFC in R4.5bn climate-smart housing rebate scheme with Absa

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‘The IFC has never previously partnered with a bank on green finance beyond commercial properties. It's the first time we have the support for end-user finance, or simplistically for the customer opting to purchase an eco-friendly property’ – Kamini Ramsamy, head of credit at Absa Home Loans.

16 Jul 2024 English South Africa Business · Business News

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