Shining a light on StartUp Business Finance Access & Management
Join us for our Small Business Finance Access & Management Panel Discussion as we examine the latest in how financial innovation, FinTech and traditional banking institutions are supporting the growth and financial needs of small businesses. The workshop will also showcase the latest software that can be used by SMEs to manage their and keep track of their finances.
Date: 15 February
Time: 10 am - 11:50 (Including a Q&A session)
Virtual Zoom Session
Discussion points will include:
SME financing overview in South Africa particularly in township based businesses: This session introduces the main topics that will be addressed in panel discussion by providing a brief panorama of the situation, challenges, and emerging trends in SME financing in South Africa especially township based businesses.
The role of national development banks in fostering SME access to finance: Banks like FNB play a key role in improving financial inclusion for SMEs through innovative products directly or in combination with the private sector.
The rise of fintechs: Fintech companies, which provide financial services by making use of software and digital technology, have enormous potential for improving financial access of SMEs.