More than 80 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have benefited from the Advans Ghana Savings and Loans SME Growth Clinic, a capacity-building programme aimed at enhancing financial literacy, innovation, and competitiveness among Ghanaian businesses.
Held in Kumasi, the one-day clinic brought together entrepreneurs from diverse sectors, including trade, manufacturing, and services, to receive practical training and expert guidance on business management and growth.
The initiative forms part of Advans Ghana’s broader strategy to promote inclusive economic development and strengthen Ghana’s SME ecosystem.
Guillaume Valence, Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Advans Ghana, said the programme sought to “bridge knowledge gaps, strengthen business practices, and create sustainable pathways for growth.”
He explained that SMEs represent a vital pillar of Ghana’s economy, yet many face challenges in accessing finance and managing cash flow effectively.
“Advans Ghana is not just a bank; we are a financial partner for SMEs. Our role goes beyond offering loans we build the capacity of our clients to succeed,” Valence emphasized.
Participants were taken through three key thematic areas: Financial Management and Access to Credit, Business Growth Strategies, and Digital Transactions and Credit Readiness.
These sessions provided business owners with practical tools and peer-to-peer networking opportunities to boost efficiency and prepare for financial opportunities.
The clinic also fostered collaboration among participants, encouraging knowledge exchange and the creation of business linkages.
Many attendees described the workshop as “timely and eye-opening,” particularly in helping them rethink how to leverage digital solutions for business expansion.
Advans Ghana’s SME Growth Clinic is part of the company’s ongoing efforts to empower entrepreneurs, promote financial inclusion, and drive sustainable business development across the country.
Since its establishment, the institution has supported thousands of small businesses with tailored financial products, advisory services, and training.
Valence reaffirmed that Advans Ghana would continue to invest in initiatives that build resilient SMEs capable of driving national growth and job creation.
“Supporting SMEs means supporting Ghana’s future,” he added.
