STRENGTHEN THE GROWTH OF SMES
The AFRICA SME CHAMPIONS FORUM is the foremost gathering dedicated to supporting the growth of African SMEs. It brings together nearly 500 participants, including Business Leaders, financial institutions, a selection of start-ups and experts in SME development, in a 2-day exchange that fosters new bottom-up practical and operational solutions to the financing and growth challenges faced by SMEs in Africa.
The Africa SME Champions Forum has been running since 2014 with the objective of improving the SME landscape and providing growth support to SMEs – the engine of the African economies.
The Africa SME Champions Forum has been running since 2014 with the objective of improving the SME landscape and providing growth support to SMEs – the engine of the African economies.
of all firms are formal and informal MSMEs
of all emplyment are made up
of MSMEs Of GDP comes from MSMEs
of SMEs have access to financing via a financial institution
Why participate in the Africa SME Champions Forum?

High-Level round tables
Ministers, Leaders of International and African Institutions, and Experts will discuss and present the latest reforms on the continent in supporting SMEs’ development.

Master classes
High- level Master Classes given by recognized Experts will provide operational and strategic tools to SMEs leaders.

Get the money
Financial institutions will provide funding to SMEs after pitching sessions and BtoB meetings.

Tailored-made consulting space for SMEs
Dedicated areas will bring together Experts in several fields that will provide individualized 30 minutes sessions responses.