NAIROBI, Kenya — Calls grow for stronger support for small businesses in Kenya, with attention focused on access to affordable financing, market opportunities and a business-friendly operating environment.

Small businesses play an important role in employment creation and the provision of goods and services across the country. Entrepreneurs often face challenges including the cost of doing business, access to credit and competition in the marketplace.

Business stakeholders continue to highlight the importance of policies that help entrepreneurs grow their enterprises, create jobs and contribute to economic development.

Measures such as improved access to business information, entrepreneurship training and simplified licensing processes could help small enterprises operate more effectively.

The Nairobi Review will continue to follow developments affecting businesses, entrepreneurs and the wider Kenyan economy.

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