AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoExport Finance: Pakistan has ring-fenced Rs300 billion (about $1.1 billion) in export financing for eligible SME exporters, alongside tax relief aimed at easing costs and supporting working capital. Nigeria’s NEXIM also secured a $30 million Afreximbank facility for export-oriented SMEs, including a revolving working-capital line and longer-term loans. SME Lending: Proparco and Ecobank agreed on a $10 million guarantee to expand lending in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with a focus on women-led and youth-run businesses; Credit Saison and the ADB are also partnering on loans for Asia’s small businesses. Market Access: Nepalese artisans and other small firms are finding new buyers through China’s import expo, which connects overseas businesses with the Chinese market. In Mozambique, the ENH–Linkar project is helping local energy firms build investor and industry connections. Costs and Growth: A regular software audit can help small firms cut duplicate subscriptions and simplify workflows. In Lesotho, a grant-backed clothing business has expanded into factory production, showing how equipment support and premises can help a small enterprise scale.
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