Economic growth
The UK Government has introduced a range of initiatives aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including stronger legal protections, a £4 billion finance boost, and new measures to support high streets. The government's SME Strategy is part of its Plan for Change, which aims to deliver
Economic growth
Governor Josh Shapiro has announced his plan to invest in Pennsylvania's small businesses, main streets, and communities, providing a clear contrast to the uncertainty injected by federal tariffs. As tariffs drive up costs for consumers and small businesses, Governor Shapiro is focusing on economic growth, supporting entrepreneurs, and
Economic growth
The UK government has announced its Plan for Growth, which includes a new £4bn finance boost to support small business owners and entrepreneurs. As part of this plan, legislative reforms will aim to tackle late payments, and a new Business Growth Service will be launched to provide businesses with access
International trade
Over 470 Micro, Small, and Medium Scale Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria are set to benefit from the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEF-SGP), being implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) through the International Trade Facilitators Association (ITFA). The programme, known as the Support to Potential and Existing
Economic growth
Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC has been at the forefront of driving inclusive economic growth in Sri Lanka by empowering Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) through a combination of innovative financial products, capacity-building initiatives, and deep community outreach. In 2024, the Bank was the largest lender to the SME
International trade
Over 1,000 rural entrepreneurs from across the country are gathering at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) for the Tiga Dimensi (3D) Mega Carnival, a five-day event aimed at supporting rural economic growth and inspiring young people to explore rural entrepreneurship. The carnival is a strategic collaboration
International trade
World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has praised billionaire businessman Femi Otedola's upcoming memoir, describing it as a potential source of inspiration for young African entrepreneurs. The WTO chief highlighted Otedola's story as an example of resilience, innovation, and strategic thinking that could serve
International trade
The Jordan Enterprise Development Corporation (JEDCO) and Youth Projects Development Fund (Sharaka) in Oman co-hosted a second virtual symposium to explore joint economic cooperation areas, attended by 150 participants from various economic sectors. This event serves as a platform for exchanging knowledge and exploring bilateral trade and investment opportunities, in
Economic growth
The University of Nevada, Reno's Nevada Small Business Development Center (Nevada SBDC) has opened the 2025 Small Business Challenges Survey, inviting entrepreneurs and small business owners across the state to share their pressing challenges. The survey aims to gather anonymous input from business owners, startups, and solo entrepreneurs,
Youth
In Nigeria, where over 60% of the population is under 35 years old, financial inclusion and economic empowerment rely on leveraging technology and strategic leadership in financial services to uplift a generation of young entrepreneurs. The financial services sector is undergoing a quiet revolution powered by technology, but beneath this
Youth
In a remarkable journey, Assane Sane's career as a young entrepreneur in Senegal has changed drastically for the better after joining a local tech incubator, Jokkolabs. With the support of the West Africa Competitiveness Programme (PACAO-Senegal), implemented by the International Trade Centre (ITC) with funding from the European
International trade
A total of 220 Felda entrepreneurs will participate in the Mega 3 Dimensional Carnival (MK3D) from July 30 to August 3 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur. The carnival aims to provide Felda entrepreneurs with opportunities to sell and promote their products, both domestically
