Programme concept. Proposed programme concept, not yet an operating project. Locations, budgets and partners are confirmed through feasibility and partner agreements.
Programme overview
An enterprise concept offering training, mentoring, market linkages and connections to licensed finance providers for micro and small businesses, with priority for women and youth.
Intended community benefits
- Stronger, formal businesses
- More jobs
- Access to finance through licensed partners
- New market opportunities
The problem
Small businesses create most jobs in Africa but struggle with skills, finance, formal registration and access to larger markets.
Proposed interventions
- Business training and mentoring
- Formalisation support
- Digital tools
- Market linkages
- Finance readiness
Delivery and operating model
Delivery model
Cohort-based programmes with business associations and incubators; finance only through licensed partners. AMAF does not lend.
Sustainable operating model
Business support services delivered through self-sustaining associations and incubators with fee and sponsorship models.
Beneficiaries and partners
Target beneficiary groups
Small businesses & farmersWomen & girlsYouth
Potential partners
Licensed banks and microfinance institutionsChambers of commerceIncubatorsCorporate supply chains
Proposed impact indicators
- Businesses supported
- Businesses formalised
- Jobs created
- Businesses accessing finance through partners
Related SDGs
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic GrowthSDG 1 No PovertySDG 5 Gender EqualitySDG 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
