Financing Challenges of Cameroon's Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Journal: Financial Markets, Institutions and Risks (FMIR) (Vol.7, No. 4)Publication Date: 2023-12-31
Authors : Theresia Wansi; Darrell Norman Burrell;
Page : 88-104
Keywords : Africa; Business Survival; Cameroon; Entrepreneurship; Financial Risks; Financing Policy; Small Business Finance; Small Business Start-ups; Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs);
Abstract
Cameroon’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are vital contributors to economic growth and employment opportunities, making its sustained success imperative. However, SMEs grapple with a myriad of issues that impede their development trajectory. Challenges related to financial access, profitability, resilience, and growth are intertwined and necessitate a holistic examination. One significant challenge is the limited access to financing options, hindering SMEs from investing in growth and innovation. Investigating the effectiveness of government policies and financial institutions in facilitating SME access to capital is crucial. Furthermore, market dynamics, cost structures, and competition often constrain SME profitability. Research can illuminate strategies to enhance profitability through efficiency and value creation. SME survival in Cameroon's dynamic business environment demands an exploration of the barriers and the challenges. This inquiry explores these complexities by exploring the literature through current and emerging literature. The aim is to shed light on the dynamics of small business financing in Cameroon to create a research discussion that other researchers and policymakers will build on.
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