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Nigeria’s Private Sector Launches Gender Country Program to Unlock Inclusive Growth

InvestAdvocate — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:48:17 +0000

Senior government officials, regulators, development finance institutions and business leaders have launched the Nigeria Gender Country Program (NGCP), signalling a coordinated push to position gender inclusion as a driver of business competitiveness, investment and long-term economic growth. The initiative, led by the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, in partnership…

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Renew Capital Narrows 500+ African Companies to 15 Embedded Finance Investment Candidates

InvestAdvocate — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:23:12 +0000

From 48 countries, selected companies are using existing customer relationships, data and distribution to expand financial access for African SMEs July 9, 2026/Renew Capital Renew Capital has selected 15 companies from more than 500 applicants across 48 African countries to advance through its inaugural Renew Venture Lab: EmFi Series. The size and breadth of the applicant…

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Rethinking How Nigeria Supports SME Growth

InvestAdvocate — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:06:03 +0000

July 9, 2026/P+Measurement Services By Olajumoke Bello, Head Enterprise Banking, Stanbic IBTC Bank Across Nigeria, small and medium enterprises remain the backbone of economic activity. They drive trade, create jobs, and sustain millions of livelihoods. Yet, despite their importance, many SMEs continue to operate below their full potential due to persistent structural challenges. Access to…

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