African SME funding Guide Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are a cornerstone of economic activity across Africa, driving job creation, innovation, and inclusive growth. Yet, despite their importance, many SMEs are unable to unlock the capital they need to scale due to structural, institutional, and operational constraints that are common across the continent. This comprehensive...
Egypt and South Africa have agreed to deepen economic cooperation by expanding partnerships in trade, automotive manufacturing, logistics, and maritime transport. The decision follows a meeting in Cairo between Egypt’s Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Hassan El-Khatib and South Africa’s Minister of Trade and Industry Parks Franklyn Mpho Tau. South Africa’s ambassador Ntsiki Mashimbye...