Enabling Resilient Women-Owned SMEs: Challenges and Opportunities for Financial Institutions

Despite facing multiple obstacles, Women-run MSMEs have proven to be some of the most resilient, demonstrating their ability to overcome obstacles and survive against the odds. In this session we will hear from some female founders and MSME leaders about what it takes to be a resilient entrepreneur; and showcase some of key solutions private sector and policymakers can provide to help lower the barriers for female entrepreneurs and ensure women-run businesses flourish.

Speakers

Charlotte Keenan

Charlotte Keenan

Managing Director, Goldman Sachs

Thando Sibisi

Thando Sibisi

Managing Director, Hayani Development and Properties

Khantse Radebe

Khantse Radebe

CEO of Asset Based Finance, WesBank

Moderator

Jesman Chonzi

Jesman Chonzi

Regional Industry Manager FIG Eastern Africa, International Finance Corporation