Nano by Necessity: Unlocking Growth for Women Entrepreneurs in Uganda and Beyond

The CGAP Explainer Podcast by Inclusive Finance Frontiers

Mar 4, 202600:14:24Education

Uganda’s 1.1 million nano and micro enterprises are the economy’s backbone, driving jobs and economic growth. Women lead 55% of them, sustaining households, strengthening communities, and powering local markets. Yet CGAP...

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