The growth of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) may not be achieved solely through policy frameworks but rather a deliberate investment in people, systems and partnerships.
As Ghana strengthens its Entrepreneurial Agenda, attention must increasingly shift toward actionable strategies that unlock the full potential of enterprises.
One key priority is capacity building. While access to finance remains a recurring challenge, the ability of entrepreneurs to manage funds, adopt new technologies and navigate competitive markets is equally vital. Training programs tailored toward sectors such as agribusiness, digital services, and manufacturing can empower MSMEs to scale up sustainably.
Agencies together with partners are intensifying efforts to deliver practical skills development, mentorship and advisory services across regions. Technology adoption and digitalisation are also at the heart of the new growth model.
Digital tools enable MSMEs to reach wider markets, improve efficiency, and formalise operations, from mobile payment systems to e-commerce platforms. Digital solutions are dismantling long-standing barriers to entry. By promoting digital literacy and expanding access to affordable digital infrastructure, Ghana can position its MSMEs as active players in the global economy.
Equally important is the creation of inclusive financing models. Traditional financing systems often exclude women, youth and persons with disabilities due to limited collateral or lack of credit history/ worthiness.
Innovative solutions such as blended finance, microcredit, and equity support can bridge this gap. Partnerships with private sector investors, development partners and fintech institutions are essential to broaden access and diversify financial instruments available to MSMEs.
Furthermore, the Entrepreneurial Agenda emphasises market linkages, capitalising on the AfCFTA at the regional level through agencies such as the Ghana Free Zones Authority and the AfCFTA Secretariat, while also tapping into international markets through institutions like the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA). This strategic approach will position Ghanaian MSMEs to access wider markets, enhance competitiveness, and scale their operations beyond local boundaries.
As the Entrepreneurial Agenda evolves, partnerships remain central. Government, private sector actors, academia, and civil society each bring unique strengths. Collaborative approaches ensure that initiatives are not only well-resourced but also responsive to the real needs of entrepreneurs.
In this way, Ghana’s entrepreneurial ecosystem becomes more resilient and adaptive to global shifts, including climate change and digital transformation.
In the coming years, the entrepreneurial agenda will define Ghana’s pathway to inclusive and sustainable prosperity. By combining innovation, inclusivity and strategic investment, MSMEs will not only thrive but also drive the nation’s ambition of becoming a beacon of entrepreneurial excellence in Africa. The future of Ghana’s economy is entrepreneurial, and the time to build that future is now.
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The writer is Samira Abdul-Azeez, Esq.
(Lawyer and Deputy CEO of Ghana Enterprises Agency)