This document discusses maximizing the developmental impact of remittances through private sector services. It defines key terms like remittances and diaspora investments. It highlights the challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa of low formal remittance inflows and limited diaspora private sector investments. Actions are proposed at the origin country, host country, and multilateral institution levels, as well as engaging diaspora communities and the private sector. The DiasporaLink Initiative is presented as an example that provides remittance and investment services while partnering with diaspora groups, financial institutions, and multilateral organizations.