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Gram Vaani is a social tech company based at IIT-Delhi. It aims to democratize information flow by connecting communities with relevant stakeholders such as companies, governments, and development agencies. Using simple technologies tailored to local contexts, Gram Vaani has impacted over 2 million users across India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Namibia, and South Africa.

Kashf Foundation, established in 1996, is a leading microfinance institution in Pakistan dedicated to empowering low-income households, particularly women, by providing access to financial services. The foundation offers a range of transformative products, including general, business, and home improvement loans, along with insurance options, aimed at enhancing clients' economic status and fostering entrepreneurship skills. To date, Kashf has disbursed $202 million in loans, benefiting over one million individuals and helping them achieve greater economic self-reliance. Through its innovative approach, Kashf Foundation plays a crucial role in promoting financial inclusion and supporting the development of sustainable livelihoods in the communities it serves.

Global Easy Water Products (GEWP) is a provider of affordable irrigation technologies aimed at enhancing the productivity and income of smallholder farmers. By distributing a range of drip irrigation products—including drip tapes, sprinklers, fertilizer tanks, flush valves, venturi injectors, ball valves, and micro tubes—GEWP helps farmers in India achieve significant improvements in crop yields, which can increase by 30 to 70 percent. Additionally, the company's solutions contribute to substantial water savings of 30 to 50 percent. This innovative approach has also extended to small-scale farmers in Pakistan, where GEWP's technology transfer initiatives further support agricultural development and economic growth in the region. Overall, GEWP plays a vital role in empowering farmers and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.

National Rural Support Program (NRSP) Microfinance Bank is the first agency to provide financial services to rural, agricultural markets in Pakistan. With 120 million people in Pakistan dependent upon agriculture and lacking financial services, NRSP Microfinance Bank plans to focus on rural communities of highest need and serve nearly 625,000 borrowers in the next five years.

Pharmagen Limited is a Pakistani incorporated, Public Limited (non quoted) Company, which was established in 1990 for undertaking pharmaceutical business and over the years it has become the leading producer of APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) in Pakistan. Sponsored by a group of highly dedicated professionals and technocrats having 13 years proven experience of successfully promoting and managing sophisticated pharmaceutical bulk drug projects we currently are undoubtedly the leading bulk drug producer in Pakistan manufacturing a broad range of antibiotics. Dynamism and professionalism has been the cornerstone of our growth through the years. Our success has sprung from a collective determination to excel in providing high quality and diverse products based on achieving high customer satisfaction.

Ansaar Management Company is dedicated to developing quality and affordable housing for low-income families in Pakistan, particularly in underserved markets. The company focuses on creating sustainable housing solutions while enhancing community development through the integration of physical infrastructure with essential social services. By negotiating mortgage facilities with local banks, Ansaar Management Company facilitates financing options for its clients, making home ownership more accessible. Additionally, the company supports local communities by funding schools and community centers through charitable initiatives, thus contributing to the overall improvement of living standards for its customers.

Micro Drip is a company dedicated to providing affordable drip irrigation technology in Pakistan, aiming to support smallholder farmers. Its innovative systems significantly reduce water usage by 50 percent for cultivating an acre of land, while also enhancing crop yields by 40 percent and decreasing input costs by 30 percent. Designed for simplicity, these irrigation solutions are easy to deploy and maintain, requiring minimal technical knowledge, which empowers farmers to achieve higher productivity at lower costs. By enabling year-round farming, Micro Drip helps to alleviate the economic pressures that often force farmers and their families to migrate during dry seasons. The company has already reached over 3,000 farmers and is poised to impact more than 20,000 farmers in the next five years.

Micro Drip is a company dedicated to providing affordable drip irrigation technology in Pakistan, aiming to support smallholder farmers. Its innovative systems significantly reduce water usage by 50 percent for cultivating an acre of land, while also enhancing crop yields by 40 percent and decreasing input costs by 30 percent. Designed for simplicity, these irrigation solutions are easy to deploy and maintain, requiring minimal technical knowledge, which empowers farmers to achieve higher productivity at lower costs. By enabling year-round farming, Micro Drip helps to alleviate the economic pressures that often force farmers and their families to migrate during dry seasons. The company has already reached over 3,000 farmers and is poised to impact more than 20,000 farmers in the next five years.