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Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Africa’s economies, driving jobs, trade, and innovation. Yet many remain excluded from formal value chains and face persistent barriers to affordable finance, limiting their growth and competitiveness. Strengthening the links between enterprises, financiers, and markets is essential to unlocking Africa’s productive potential and building a more […]