Visa has announced the expansion of its Practical Business Skills program to help small and micro business (SMB) owners make confident, informed decisions to grow their businesses. This comes amidst of the current economic crisis that has impacted small businesses locally. Corine Mbiaketcha, General Manager for Eastern Africa at Visa, noted the significant role that SMBs play in Kenya’s overall economic health. Globally, SMBs account for more than 90 per cent of global businesses and are the source of 50 per cent to 60 per cent of global employment. The Practical Business Skills offers growth-minded entrepreneurs tools to help start, manage and expand a business.

Source: Standard Digital February 20, 2021 04:52 UTC