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IFC Global Trade Finance Program (Africa)

Key Information
Organisation
International Finance Corporation (IFC)
Status
Open
Type
Credit Facility
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Description

Provides partial or full guarantees against underlying trade instruments, helping African banks facilitate trade for local SMEs.

Eligibility Criteria

Targeted at local commercial banks serving importers and exporters. SMEs access this liquidity indirectly through participating local financial institutions.

Focus Sectors

Trade, Export/Import, Manufacturing, Agriculture

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