African SMEs’ Performance and Behaviors during COVID-19

Table of Contents

Executive Summary

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Introduction

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Rollo - Future of African SMEs

4

Part 1: Rollo Africa Business Simulation

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1- Campaign and applications 2- Team structure and diversity 3- Shortlisting and Interviews

4- Implementation and simulation results:

1. Egypt Simulation 2. Sudan Simulation

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3. Senegal Simulation 4. Cameroon Simulation 5. Zimbabwe Simulation 6. Rollo Africa Master 5- African SMEs Modeling

6- African SMEs Strengths and Weaknesses 7- Performance of the Informal businesses 8- Performance of Women-led businesses 9- Performance of African Diaspora

Part 2: African Businesses Analysis

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African SMEs Situation Analysis

1- Access to fnance

Need of fnance Types of accounts

Financial Institutions & the Financing Environment

Formal versus informal sector Financial Products for SMEs

2- Electricity and power supply

Importance of electricity for the SMEs

Fossil Fuel

The role of governments in promoting green and renewable energy

Alternative Sources of Power

Power Supply and Pricing for SMEs

3- Internet Connection and Broadband

Importance of Internet for SMEs

ISP, Internet packages, Pricing & Services

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