Supporting young and female entrepreneurs for SME growth in Uganda and Somalia
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2022-12
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This project was designed to analyze services offered by two innovation support agencies: Microfinance Support Centre in Uganda and Shaqodoon in Somalia. The study sought to situate the two by identifying their support for SMEs in their countries. How they contribute towards supporting young female entrepreneurs in their entrepreneurship journey. More especially starting and sustaining small enterprises, and how their support advance equity, diversity, and inclusiveness (EDI) within the SME sector. The study also sought to examine the broader ecosystem of SME support promotion in both countries and assess the state of knowledge on the design and impact of the innovation programs.
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Final Technical Report
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SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES, MICROFINANCE, WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS, UGANDA, SOMALIA, SOUTH OF SAHARA