From Dialogue to Impact: Commitments for the Future of SME Finance

As the Global SME Finance Forum draws to a close after two days of dynamic discussion, this session brings together leadership from development banks to address the pivotal question: What concrete actions needs to be taken to translate the forum’s insights into meaningful progress for SMEs?

Building on the forum’s themes—improving market access, developing entrepreneurial skills, and innovating financial instruments—this closing session will outline forward-looking strategy to accelerate SME growth and resilience across the continent.

Speakers

Cláudia Conceição

Cláudia Conceição

Regional Director for Southern Africa, International Finance Corporation

Vittorio Di Bello

Vittorio Di Bello

Director, Financial Institutions Group, LAC/EUR, International Finance Corporation

Moderator

Qamar Saleem

Qamar Saleem

Global Head, SME Finance Forum