Empowering African SMEs for Global Success
Access to finance, capacity-building, incubation, and market access opportunities through Afreximbank's comprehensive SME Development Programme. Your gateway to export success.
AFRICA
54
Countries
DIASPORA
30
Countries
CARICOM
12
Countries
296,000+
SMEs Registered
155,000+
Direct Jobs Created
in 2024
6,500+
SMEs Trained
Since 2023
69%
Youth-led SMEs Trained
Since 2023
78%
Women-led SMEs Trained
Since 2023
Key Sectors We Cover
Afreximbank focuses on key sectors driving African economic transformation and export growth across the continent.
AGRIBUSINESS
Sustainable farming, food production and innovative agri-solutions.
MANUFACTURING
Industrial processing, light manufacturing and value-added production.
RENEWABLE ENERGY
Clean energy generation, sustainable utilities, and green infrastructure.
CREATIVE AND CULTURAL INDUSTRIES
Design, fashion, art media and culturally inspired creative production.
HOSPITALITY
Tourism and holistic experience-driven hospitality services.
LOGISTICS
Freight movement, supply-chain efficiency and integrated logistics networks.
HEALTHCARE
Medical services, pharmaceutical development and health-technology solutions.
TECHNOLOGY
Digital innovation, tech-enabled services and scalable digital solutions.
FINANCIAL SERVICES / TECHNOLOGY (FINTECHS)
Digital finance, payment innovations and tech-driven financial services.
CONSUMER GOODS & RETAIL
Consumer products and services delivered through modern retail experiences.
TECHNICAL & INDUSTRIAL EDUCATION
Vocational training and industry-focused technical education for building skilled talent.
AUTOMOTIVE
Vehicle manufacturing, mobility solutions and automotive technology.
Comprehensive SME Services
Everything your SME needs to thrive in the African and global markets, all in one integrated platform.
Financing Solutions
Wholesale financing to financial intermediaries for on-lending to SMEs
- Credit Lines
- Factoring
- Trade Finance
- Guarantees
Capacity Building
Enhance your skills through online courses, masterclasses, and certifications
- Incubators
- Workshops
- Accelerators
- Mentorship
Market Access
Connect with trade fairs, gain export support, and access new markets
- Trade Fairs
- Export Matching
- B2B Events
- Export Support
Policy Advocacy
Join our incubator for mentoring, networking, and business development
- Mentoring
- Business Plans
- Networking
- Market Entry
Your Journey to Export Success starts here
BECOME EXPORT-READY
Get the knowledge, tools, and support you need to confidently enter new markets.
ACCESS TAILORED FINANCE
Unlock funding solutions, including trade finance and factoring, designed to grow your export potential.
GET DIGITALLY VALIDATED
Build trust with buyers and investors through secure digital KYC and business verification.
CONNECT & EXPAND YOUR NETWORK
Join a Global African SME ecosystem to access new markets, partners, and global value chains.
Simple steps to access financing and support services
Apply
Submit your SME application through our Financial intermediaries to access financing
Assessement
Credit scoring and risk evaluation supported by our partners
Approval
Receive financing decision and terms
Support
Access ongoing incubation and market services
"SMEs play a critical role in unlocking the potential of our continent"
Mrs. Kanayo Awani
Executive Vice President of the Intra-African Trade Bank
Ready to Scale
Your SME Across Africa?
Join thousands of Global African businesses in unlocking access to finance, gaining expert support, and expanding market access through our powerful growth and export programs.