On September 16th, the Alliance for Entrepreneurship in Africa (AforE) hosted a session on “Strengthening SME Ecosystems for Inclusive Growth and Value Chain Integration,” bringing together over 150 leaders and experts from finance, development, and business. Participants discussed practical solutions for MSMEs, including expanding access to finance, building market linkages, and fostering innovation and ecosystem resilience. The session showcased best practices, highlighted new projects, and emphasized the need for coordinated, inclusive support—especially for women entrepreneurs. Download the full event summary here