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Strengthening the rights of indigenous and afro-descendant peoples in Central America (continuation) Stärkung der Rechte Indigener und Afro-MesoamerikanerInnen in Zentralamerika (Fortführung) Strengthening the rights of indigenous and afro-descendant peoples in Central America (continuation) Stärkung der Rechte Indigener und Afro-MesoamerikanerInnen in Zentralamerika (Fortführung) Strengthening the rights of indigenous and afro-descendant peoples in Central America (continuation) Stärkung der Rechte Indigener und Afro-MesoamerikanerInnen in Zentralamerika (Fortführung)
Solarprojekt IMAGINE LIGHT - Nachhaltiger Zugang zu sauberer Energie für das indigene Volk der Cabécarim tropischen Regenwald von Costa Rica Solar project IMAGINE LIGHT - Sustainable access to clean energy for the indigenous Cabécar people in the the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica Solarprojekt IMAGINE LIGHT - Nachhaltiger Zugang zu sauberer Energie für das indigene Volk der Cabécarim tropischen Regenwald von Costa Rica Solar project IMAGINE LIGHT - Sustainable access to clean energy for the indigenous Cabécar people in the the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica Solarprojekt IMAGINE LIGHT - Nachhaltiger Zugang zu sauberer Energie für das indigene Volk der Cabécarim tropischen Regenwald von Costa Rica Solar project IMAGINE LIGHT - Sustainable access to clean energy for the indigenous Cabécar people in the the tropical rainforest of Costa Rica
Bright innovations Network Number of low-income women entrepreneurs who are trained and on boarded to become sales agents in Unilever's rural distribution channels.
GTFP HFC FIJI International Finance Corporation (IFC) is considering establishing a trade finance guarantee facility for Home Finance Company Limited (HFC or the Bank) in the amount of US$5 million under IFCs Global Trade Finance Program (GTFP) to support cross border trade financing for local exporters/importers (the Project). Through the Project, HFC Bank will be able to grow its trade finance operations and finance more importers and exporters, including micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), to expand trade, growth, and jobs in Fiji. The most significant expected project-level outcome is the increase in access to trade finance for firms by providing IFCs guarantee through risk mitigation to its counterparty banks. IFCs presence as a provider of guarantees will help HFC to connect with new banks, maintain and strengthen its existing network of correspondent banks, and boost its trade finance experience.
THL Green FIJI The proposed investment is for IFC to be the sole subscriber to an up to FJD 27.0 million (approximately US$11.8 million) corporate bond issued by Tappoo Holdings Limited (THL), a leading diversified business group in Fiji, with operations including retail, wholesale, manufacturing, automotive and hospitality.  Proceeds will be used to support THL to develop green buildings to meet its need for additional retail and warehousing space (the Project). Project-level impact: (i) stakeholder effects on employees through increased jobs and gender equity (ii) stakeholder effects on suppliers through increased demand, and (iii) environmental effects, through the development of green certified buildings. Market-level impact: (i) promote sustainability in Fijis commercial property sector via demonstration and replication channels; and (ii) contribute to deepening of the capital markets in Fiji.
Vision Fiji Vision Investments Limited (formerly Courts (Fiji) Limited, hereinafter VIL or the Company) is a leading retail company distributing consumer electronics, furniture and durable home goods in Fiji. VIL has a strong presence in Fiji with 25 stores covering all major cities. After acquiring and merging with its three sister companies under the umbrella of Vision Group Limited (the Sponsor), namely, Vision Motors Limited (an automotive dealer), Mahogany Industries (Fiji) Limited (a wooden furniture manufacturer) and Vision Finance Limited (provider of guarantees for consumer finance loans and extended warranties extended by VIL), VIL is proposing to undertake a Private Placement, which will be followed by a Compliance Listing (CL)on the South Pacific Stock Exchange (SPSE) (the Project). The Project is expected to improve the Companys access to the capital market and provide liquidity for the shareholders. i.	Private sector development: The proposed investment will enable IFC to engage and build relationships with the leading corporate sector, which generates significant wealth and economic activities in Fiji. These leading corporates will ultimately be the drivers of future economic growth and present a ready source for new investment opportunities either directly or as joint venture partners with new market entrants.  ii.	Mobilization: Fiji''s capital markets are currently underdeveloped and Fijians have limited domestic investment options. IFC''s role as a cornerstone investor in the private placement will enable the Company to become the second largest company by market cap in Fiji and mobilize local savings and investment options.  iii.	 Job creation and local linkages: The proposed investment is expected to create new direct and indirect employment opportunities for the local communities as well as spur the growth of local suppliers of goods and services.
PIIF Solander (Pacific) Limited REVISED Summary Of Project Information (SPI)       Project Name    Fiji-Solander Pacific Limited            Region    Asia - Pacific        Sector       Project No007700   Projected Board DateAugust 31, 1996   Company NameSolander Pacific Limited,Fiji   Technical Partner and/or Major Shareholders    	Solander Pacific Limited is based in Suva, Fiji. Technical assistance and training will be given to Solander to help prepare a detailed study of the existing tuna long lining operations of the company. Financing wll be provided to help the company expand its operations.     Project Cost Including proposed IFC investment    	Total project cost is estimated at US$750,000, of which US$350,000 equivalent Yen denominated venture loan is being proposed by IFC(through PIIF, the Pacific Isands Investment Facility).     Location of project and Description of site    	The project will based in Suva, Fiji.     Description of Company and Purpose of Project    	The project involves the expansion of Solanders tuna longline operation in Fiji by the funding and purchase of an additional vessel. A proposed 7 year loan of US$ 350,000 equivalent Yen denominated will be made to Solander Pacific Limited by IFCs Pacific Islands Investment Facility (PIIF).  This would allow Solander to increase its tuna catch, for export to Japans sashimi market.     Environmental Category and Issues    	This is a category B project according to IFCs environmental review procedure because specific impacts may result which can be avoided or mitigated by adhering to generally recognized standards, guidelines or design criteria.    The  is  from the Public Information Center.       Date SPI sent to PIC:     June 25, 1996     Revised:				   July 11, 1996   	   For Additional Information contact:  Corporate Relations Unit -   telephone: (202) 473-7711   facsimile: (202) 676-0365
Generation G - Rwanda The Generation G partnership strives towards the creation of gender-just and violence-free societies with and for young people in their full diversity. The partnership raises public support, advocates for improved policies and laws, and strengthens civil society, all as a way to contribute to gender justice. The partnership addresses three key interrelated challenges: gender-based violence, the unequal division of care, and women’s lack of access to civic space. The Generation G partnership is a collaboration of partners in Indonesia, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda, with a global consortium consisting of Rutgers (lead), ABAAD, Promundo and Sonke Gender Justice.
Prevention+ Partnering with Men to End GBV Prevention+ aims to address gender inequality by promoting masculinities based on equality, non-violence and care-giving, and by focusing on boys and men, and girls and women, as agents of change. The long-term objectives of this five-year program are to contribute to a gender just society which is free of gender-based violence (GBV). Prevention+ aims to transform social norms that drive GBV, and contribute to related changes in legislation, policies and practices of governments and other service providers. Rutgers, Promundo, and Sonke Gender Justice, along with local partners, will work with institutions and male and female adolescents and adults across Indonesia, Pakistan, Uganda, Rwanda and selected MENA countries. Women’s rights organizations are essential partners of this program to support activities and advocate for change. The MenEngage Alliance will further promote Prevention+ objectives internationally through its network and policy advocacy. The program is evidence-based; it has been developed on the basis of research findings that show that well-designed gender-transformative programs with both sexes of different age groups are highly effective in order to underpin the positive transformation of rigid gender norms, and contribute to a society free of GBV. Prevention+ is funded by the Government of the Netherlands.
Generation G - Equimundo The Generation G partnership strives towards the creation of gender-just and violence-free societies with and for young people in their full diversity. The partnership raises public support, advocates for improved policies and laws, and strengthens civil society, all as a way to contribute to gender justice. The partnership addresses three key interrelated challenges: gender-based violence, the unequal division of care, and women’s lack of access to civic space. The Generation G partnership is a collaboration of partners in Indonesia, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco, Rwanda, South Africa, and Uganda, with a global consortium consisting of Rutgers (lead), ABAAD, Promundo and Sonke Gender Justice.
Telefonica Celular de Bolivia S.A. Summary Of Project Information (SPI)       Project Name    Bolivia-Telefonica Celular de Bolivia S.A. (Telecel)            Region    Latin America        Sector       Project No007522   Projected Board DateJune 10, 1996   Company NameTelecel Bolivia S.A.   Technical Partner and/or Major Shareholders    	Millicom International Cellular S.A., headquartered in Luxembourg and Mr. Fernando Campero, a Bolivian national.    Project Cost Including proposed IFC investment    	Estimated project cost is approximately US$64 million.   IFC would arrange US$36.83 million in financing of which US$0.23 million in equity, US$1.9 million of quasi-equity and a US$13 million senior loan would be for IFCs own account; and US$2.7 million in quasi-equity and a US$19 million senior loan would be for the account of participant banks.    Location of project and Description of site    	Departments of La Paz, Cochabamba and Santa Cruz.    Description of Company and Purpose of Project    	Telecel was awarded a cellular concession in 1990 after a competitive bid. It is currently the only cellular operator in Bolivia and has about 8,500 subscribers.  It has requested IFC financing to help expand capacity of its network for 57,000 subscribers by 1998 in response to higher than anticipated demand and expected competition from ENTEL, the domestic and international long distance carrier which also has the right to provide mobile cellular service nationwide.  The project cost includes refinancing of about US$6.5 million of short-term debt.    Environmental Category and Issues    	This is an Environmental Review Category B Project. Key issues associated with this project include right of way alignment, microwave transmission, radio towers, site selection, solid waste disposal, fire safety and employee training and safety.    The  is  May 3, 1996 from the Public Information Center.       Date SPI sent to PIC     April 19, 1996      For Additional Information contact:  Corporate Relations Unit -   telephone: (202) 473-7711   facsimile: (202) 676-0365  Environmental documents for this project are available at http://www.ifc.org and from the World Bank InfoShop (http://www.worldbank.org/html/pic/aboutinfo.html).
Telecel III The project consists of the upgrade and nationwide expansion of Telefónica Celular de Bolivia S.A.s (Telecel or the company) GSM network in Bolivia. Telecel is a current IFC client. The project is expected to increase the quality of telecommunication services in Bolivia as well as extend access and services to additional parts of the country. The project is expected to increase access to telecommunication services in the country, including rural and underserved areas. Upgrading the remaining TDMA network to GSM will improve the quality of telecommunication services as well as reduce costs, including the availability of a wider base of cheaper handsets. The project is expected to lead to job creation in the sector, as well as in related sectors, including generating employment in rural and semi-rural areas. Additionally, the project will spur competition in the sector, leading to improved services and benefits to Bolivian consumers.
SLV Project SLV was established in Santa Cruz, Bolivia for the purpose of constructing and operating a state-of-the-art mill to produce hardwood tropical rotary veneer, plywood and its byproducts, mostly for exports.

Investments started in 2005. The plant was built within a 18 ha free-trade industry zone and includes a modern sawmill, veneer lathe and dryer. The Company currently has a total annual capacity to process 120,000 mt of logs/year, being one of the largest operations of its kind in Latin America. 

The purpose of the project is to support SLV to consolidate its operation and business model by: (i) improving plant efficiencies through diversified product mix and higher log recovery rates; (ii) increasing reliability and consistency of log supply; (iii) funding incremental working capital; and (iv) refinancing exiting short-term debt with local banks. IFC involvement with the Company is expected to have a strong development impact in the economy by: i) supporting the development of an export oriented sector with deep roots in the economy and with extensive linkages throughout the value chain; ii) creating additional direct and indirect employment while helping to preserve 140 existing jobs; iii) improving living standards and climate change by promoting sustainable management of natural tropical forest through certification.
Prodem Fondo Financiera Privado S.A. Prodem is a well managed fondo financiero privado (FFP), the legal vehicle under which microfinance entities are regulated as NBFIs in Bolivia.  Prodem is dedicated to micro-lending to small entrepreneurs and indigenous populations and has developed  rural finance activities as well.  The proposed project will allow Prodem to increase the outreach of its lending operations.  The developmental impact of Prodem is expected to be far reaching in terms of economic support for productive micro businesses, stimulus for growth and employment generation, and confidence building for the microfinance sector.  In addition, the bond issue would have a significant developmental impact in educating institutional investors as to the unique role of micro-financiers and on diversifying their holdings into this segment of the financial markets.
BancoSol (Bolivia) Founded in 1987, Banco Sol is the first commercial bank in Latin America to focus on microcredit activities.  The purpose of the credit line would be to increase Banco Sols on-lending activities while extending the tenor of its small business and micro loan portfolio.  This project will also allow Banco Sol to increase the outreach of its lending operations.  There are 600,000 small and microentrepreneurs in Bolivia and the sector represents 20-25% of Bolivian GDP.   This project is expected to reach 30,000 new clients during the tenor of the credit line.
Gasyrg Project Transierra S.A. (Transierra or the company) is a private Bolivian company that constructed and operates the Gasoducto Yacuiba Rio Grande (Gasyrg) pipeline that transports gas extracted from the San Alberto and San Antonio fields for further export to Brazil through the Bolivia-Brazil pipeline (Gasbol).  The project consists of financing the 2002-2004 investment program of Transierra and increasing the capacity of the Gasyrg pipeline by means of a first compressor station.
Compania  Minera del Sur S.A.  (COMSUR) III SUMMARY OF PROJECT INFORMATION (SPI)     Project Name			Bolivia - Puquio Norte Gold Project    Region				Latin America & Caribbean    Sector				Mining & Extractive    Project No.			004799    Projected Board Date	July 14, 1995    Company Name			Compania Minera del Sur (COMSUR)    Technical Partner and/   or Major Shareholders	COMSUR is a subsidiary of Minera S.A., which is 60% owned by Andean Resources, 33.3% by RTZ, 6% by IFC, and 0.7% by other shareholders.    Project Cost including   proposed IFC investment		$22 million (estimated) of which IFC will provide an "A" loan of $7.5 million, a "B" loan of $5.0 million, and an income-participating loan of $0.8 million.    Location of project and   Description of site		The project is located in a sparsely populated area of the lowlands region of the Nuflo de Chavez province in eastern Bolivia.    Description of Company and Purpose of Project    	Compañia Minera de Sur (COMSUR), a medium-sized poly-metallic mining company in Bolivia and a current IFC client, has requested IFC''s support to finance the development of a gold mine at Puquio Norte.  The project consists of the development of a small o  pen pit mine and related facilities for the agitation leaching of ores from the mine.  The project will process about 500,000 tonnes per annum of ore, yielding about 33,000 ounces per annum of gold.  This will be COMSUR''s first gold mining project and will reduce the Company''s dependence on its traditional revenue sources of zinc/lead/silver.  An SPI was prepared for this project and submitted to the Public Information Center (PIC) in November 1994.  However, project scope was subsequently increased, which had the effect of changing the Environmental Category from "B" to "A".  Accordingly, this SPI revises and updates the November 1994 SPI for this project.    Environmental Categories and Issues    	This is a category A project according to IFC''s environmental review procedure Environmental issues associated with this project include impacts on surface and ground water, land disturbance, and social impacts.  The sponsor has prepared an environmental assessment (EA) for the project and has engaged in the necessary public consultations.  This EA demonstrates that the open pit, process facilities, waste rock piles and tailings dam will be operated so that there will be no impacts to surface and ground water.  Land disturbance will be minimal and the project will include a comprehensive land restoration program upon closure.  The EA indicates that the project''s social impacts are positive including the provision of electricity to the adjacent community of San Ramon.    	The EA is available at the World Bank''s Public Information Center (PIC).    Date SPI sent to PIC	Original:  November 21, 1994   					Revised:   June 16, 1995     For Additional Information contact:     Corporate Relations Unit    Telephone: (202) 473-3800   Fax: (202) 676-0365  Environmental documents for this project are available at http://www.ifc.org and from the World Bank InfoShop (http://www.worldbank.org/html/pic/aboutinfo.html).
Telecel Bolivia II Telecel launched its analog cellular services in November 1991 as the first cellular operator in Bolivia.  In 1996, IFC arranged a debt investment of US$35 million to help finance a US$65.1 million capital expenditure program for Telecel to expand its mobile cellular network (IFC/R96-155).  The implementation of that project is ahead of schedule and the subscriber growth exceeds IFC''s projections.  However, a competing operator launched cellular services in 1997, and both the magnitude of competition and the pace of the shift from post-paid to prepaid subscribers were underestimated.  Competition led to lower tariffs, and the surge in prepaid subscribers caused some network congestion, which, in turn, led to prepaid subscribers crowding out higher value post-paid subscribers.  As a result, many post-paid subscribers left Telecel for the competitor, whose network is largely digitized.  In addition, in 1999 the company still had a cost structure designed for a different customer base.  In late 1999, the company began to address these issues, bringing in a new management team, reducing operating costs significantly, and digitizing some of the network, beginning in the urban areas.  Thus, the purpose of the project is to help (1) finance the expansion and continuing digitization of Telecel cellular network in order to meet competition, and (2) to improve the company''s debt profile by extending/restructuring existing debt, allowing the company to focus on needed capital expenditures rather than debt repayments in the next 2 years.    IFC''s financing  would replace existing debt that comes due in the next 1-2 years with long-term finance, more appropriate for an established cellular company that is experiencing high growth.  The longer maturities and grace period will give Telecel an opportunity to expand and digitize its network.  In addition, IFC would be playing a catalytic role, encouraging investments from other financial institutions that would be unlikely to invest without IFC''s involvement.  Moreover, IFC''s investment would demonstrate its continued support for the development of Bolivia''s private sector, promoting sustainable development through growth of established private companies.    This project would improve communications in Bolivia, increasing efficiency in the business community and better connecting Bolivia to the global economy.  Improved telecommunications would likely encourage investments in other sectors, thereby promoting economic growth.  Moreover, this project would actively promote competition, allowing Telecel to keep pace with its competitor, thereby helping to lower telecommunications tariffs and making cellular communications more accessible to larger segments of the population.  The proposed new expansion is also likely to create additional jobs during the construction of the network.
Transportadora de Electricidad S.A. The proceeds of IFC's financing will be used to refinance some of the debt incurred by REI in connection with its acquisition of the company and to fund the companys investment program.  TDE and the sponsor seek to preserve the companys position as the leading provider of transmission services in Bolivia.  The company has developed an investment program, which will improve the operation of its existing facilities and expand the transmission network.  These investments are expected to reduce system constraints, improve reliability and enhance competition between generators for the supply of energy, resulting in the lower cost of energy for end consumers.  

The IFC investment is expected to augment the capital structure of the company and place it in a better position to raise additional long-term finance in the future, which would be used to complete TDEs investment program.  IFCs support to TDE will facilitate the transfer of technical and management know-how from the sponsor and will aid the continued development of Bolivias private sector, creating important synergies for the rest of the economy.  IFC will also directly contribute to the development of an Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS), which will be used by the company as a management tool in meeting their social and environmental goals and obligations.

The private sector provision of transmission services is a pioneering activity in emerging markets with few sponsors pursuing investment opportunities.  This is IFCs first investment with Red Electrica as a sponsor.  By supporting TDE, IFC expects to encourage greater involvement and investment by Red Electrica in emerging market economies.