MSMEs : 4th Annual Forum to Empower SMEs through Innovation, Market Access & Financing

From 23 to 27 June 2025, Abuja, Nigeria, will host the 4th AU Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Forum, under the theme Building Resilient MSMEs through Digital Innovation, Market Access & Affordable Financing. Organized by the AU Commission and the Nigerian government, the forum brings together policymakers, financiers, development partners, and entrepreneurs for five days of panels, masterclasses, and AfCFTA sessions. The aim is to equip MSMEs with digital tools, accessible funding, and supportive policies to drive regional integration and economic empowerment.