The African Union MSME Forum is the continent’s largest gathering of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises.
This year, the forum launches its inaugural cohort fellowship, which will empower innovative small businesses with access to funding Opportunities, Mentorship, and market opportunities, among many others in a strategic approach.

Describe the format of your programme.:

The MSME Forum has three-facet objectives, namely:
Enhance the capacity of MSMEs through training sessions on various topics offered by training partners;
Establish a platform for policymakers and the private sector to interact, share knowledge, and formulate innovative proposals to bridge the financial gap for MSMEs and start-ups in Africa; and
Facilitate regional and continental collaboration between private and public sector institutions, and financial entities, including local banks and multilateral development financial institutions, in supporting MSMEs.
Benefits of AU Enterprise African Network Fellowship Program
– Participation in the 3rd AU MSME Forum
– Intensive training
– Business Mentorship
– Access to funding opportunities Market access
– Networking
– Capacity building
Requirements for AU Enterprise African Network Fellowship Program
– Open to registered MSME operating in Africa. Minimum of 2 years in operation.
– Demonstrated potential for growth & job creation.
– Active in one of the eligible sectors: Minerals, Creatives, Agriculture, Manufacturing, ICT.

Brief detail of instructors used:

Non Financial Support Provided: Events|Fellowships|Technical Assistance & Capacity Building

Financial Support Provided: Grant