This presentation will explore incentivized financing strategies to improve access to finance for SMEs and large-scale manufacturers . It will focus on innovative financing models, investment incentives, and risk-sharing mechanisms to drive industrial growth

• Accessing and Managing Loans: What SME Manufacturers Need to Know​
• Grants and Government Incentives: Navigating the Application and Compliance Process​
• Private Investment and Equity Financing: Attracting the Right Investors​
• Cross-Border Payments in Africa: Overcoming Barriers and Unlocking Opportunities for SME Growth

• Building a successful Export Strategy 
• Opportunities that the AFCFTA presents 
• Export rules/Best Practices 

This expert-led masterclass is designed to equip SME manufacturers and exporters with the practical tools and strategic insights needed to thrive in Africa’s evolving trade landscape. Focusing on export readiness, the session will delve into how businesses can build successful export strategies, navigate export rules and compliance, and capitalise on the vast opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).​

Participants will gain a clearer understanding of market entry requirements, labelling and packaging standards, and best practices for accessing regional and international markets. Real-world case studies and actionable frameworks will be shared to help businesses position their products competitively across borders.​

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• Building a successful Export Strategy​
• Opportunities that the AFCFTA presents​
• Export rules/Best Practices​

This session will explore how targeted policy interventions, government-led initiatives, and industry partnerships can be harnessed to strengthen the operational efficiency, quality standards, and competitiveness of food and packaging SMEs. Key discussions will include the role of regulatory agencies, access to technical training and innovation hubs, harmonisation of standards, and public-private collaboration to address systemic challenges.

• Technical Upscaling of Products (The speaker will focus on enhancing product quality, food safety, and value addition techniques to help SMEs upscale their products and compete more effectively)​
• Policy & Regulation for Manufacturing SME (The speaker will highlight key government support programmes, tax incentives, and regulatory frameworks aimed at strengthening manufacturing SMEs in Nigeria)​
• Adopting Cost-Effective Technologies (The speaker will discuss cost-effective technologies and digital solutions that can boost productivity and efficiency for manufacturing SMEs)

Attendees will gain insight into practical government support pathways that SME manufacturers can leverage for business growth and sustainability.​