This study analyzes factors that are affecting the start-up and growth of SMEs in Tanzania.
The interviews involved the institutions providing business support services to SMEs and a …

In almost all economies, small businesses are vital for sustained growth. A high failure rate
is a huge negative for an economy, especially a developing economy with limited capital …

Small-scale enterprises have and will continue to play a vital role in economic development
of both developed and developing countries, small business is considered the driver of …

Small businesses are critical to improving economic development in rural areas of South
Africa. However, rural entrepreneurs are still faced with challenges and problems which …

Challenges to the growth and viability of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are arising
from globalization, increased customer expectations, technological advances, and …

In a developing country like Nigeria, there several socio-economic conditions impeding
meaningful development, despite many interventions and policy strategies. However, Small …

This study examines the factors that affect the growth of small and medium‐sized enterprises
(SMEs) in the context of Ghana, using entrepreneurs (or owner/managers) of SMEs as the …

Purpose This study aims to explore factors hindering small and medium-sized
enterprises'(SMEs) growth in Khomas region in Nambia. Methodology/design/approach …

ABSTRACT A review of the literature shows that small, micro and medium-sized enterprises
(SMMEs) that conduct business in the Vaal Triangle region of Gauteng Province are …

This article addresses the development, management and needs of small, micro‐and
medium enterprises (SMMEs) in Johannesburg's Southern Metropolitan Local Council …