Working with MADERA, a French non-governmental organization, Banyan Global transformed MADERA’s credit project into a rural-based microfinance institution (MFI) targeting the poor, eastern provinces of Afghanistan. We refined the lending methodology, provided both onsite and offsite staff training support, advised on financial systems and technology selection, conducted market research and analysis, and developed appropriate financial products. Our team also responded to additional technical needs of the emerging MFI.