Africa SME Forum

The Africa SME Forum is a transformative initiative of the Africa Economic Forum, dedicated to accelerating the growth and prosperity of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the continent.

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Africa SME Forum

Unlocking the potential of African entrepreneurs

Accelerating the growth and prosperity of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Promote Access to Finance

We help SMEs overcome funding challenges by connecting them with banks, investors, and alternative financing tools such as venture capital and crowdfunding.

Build Capacity

Through practical training, mentorship, and technical support, we equip SMEs with the business acumen and digital skills needed to succeed in competitive markets.

Facilitate Networking & Collaboration

We provide a space for businesses, institutions, and change-makers to exchange ideas, form strategic partnerships, and learn from one another.

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Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Small and medium-sized enterprises account for over 80% of employment in many African economies. Yet they are often underserved and overlooked.

By strengthening SMEs, we are not only empowering individual entrepreneurs, we are building stronger economies, reducing poverty, and creating more resilient communities.

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Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to grow, an investor seeking new markets, a development partner supporting enterprise, or a policymaker driving reform, you have a place at the Africa SME Forum.

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