The African Union MSME Forum has been instrumental in driving programs that reflect the evolving landscape of MSME development in Africa. Starting in June 2022, the inaugural forum was held in Cairo, Egypt. Building on this momentum, a second forum was convened in September 2023 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and a third forum convened in September 2024 in Windhoek, Namibia.
Looking ahead, the forth forum will take place in Abuja, Nigeria, in collaboration with the Government of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. This upcoming event aims to further empower MSMEs in Africa.
The MSME Forum presents to you an opportunity to be a part of the African Union MSME Forum, the forum is designed for MSMEs in Africa to Engage with experts, peers, and tackle the challenges facing small businesses at large, and accelerate their growth in the AfCFTA.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
The discussion will be held to facilitate policy discussion amongst stakeholders from various sectors, including regional, national, and potentially sub-national private enterprises through a dialogue that will pave the way for informed policies that promote financial access for women and youth.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
The discussion will be held to facilitate policy discussion amongst stakeholders from various sectors, including regional, national, and potentially sub-national private enterprises through a dialogue that will pave the way for informed policies that promote financial access for women and youth.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
The discussion will be held to facilitate policy discussion amongst stakeholders from various sectors, including regional, national, and potentially sub-national private enterprises through a dialogue that will pave the way for informed policies that promote financial access for women and youth.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Start-up Acts can significantly improve private sector development and tackle high unemployment rates and economic development. The passage of Start-up Acts in Tunisia and Senegal, in 2018 and 2019 respectively, paved the way for multiple proposals in other African countries that reflect the growing interest in improving the enabling environment for start-ups and investors.
Small and medium-sized Enterprises are the backbone of the African economy, representing more than 90% of businesses and are responsible for 60% of the jobs many of whom are taken up by women and youth.
The discussion will be held to facilitate policy discussion amongst stakeholders from various sectors, including regional, national, and potentially sub-national private enterprises through a dialogue that will pave the way for informed policies that promote financial access for women and youth.
The AU MSME Forum empowers small businesses in Africa to thrive in regional and global markets by Upskilling them to boost their competitiveness