Organized by the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group, a multilateral institution based in Côte d’Ivoire, this event is focused on the transformation and growth of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Africa via facilitating access to finance, improving access to larger contracts, providing corporate connections and building leadership skills. Presentation titles include the following: (1) Innovative Instruments to Improve SMEs’ Access to Finance in Africa; (2) The Impact of the 4th Industrial Revolution on SME Growth in Africa; and (3) Using Social Media to Increase Your Sales and Build Your Brand.
Background on Organizers:
Founded in 1964, the AfDB Group provides loans, and grants to governments and private companies in Africa via three entities: AfDB, the African Development Fund, and the Nigerian Trust Fund. Owned and funded by its 81 member countries, including 54 from Africa, AfDB Group has the mandate to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development. As of December 2017, AfDB has capital of XDR 67 billion (USD 95 billion).
Cost: The fee to attend is USD 300 per attendee, with group discounts available.
Event Website: https://www.africa-smechampions.com/
For additional information, you may call +225 20 21 21 11, +27 11 883 2500 or +33 1 53 76 02 89, or you may email omackref[at]africa-smechampions.com or info[at]africa-smechampions.com.
By Anuhya Tadepalli, Research Associate
Sources and Additional Resources
Event registration
https://www.africa-smechampions.com/en/register/
Event agenda
https://www.africa-smechampions.com/en/programs/
AfDB website
https://www.afdb.org/
AfDB Annual Report – 2017
https://www.afdb.org/fileadmin/uploads/afdb/Documents/Generic-Documents/AfDB_Annual_Report_2017_EN.pdf
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