Bridge Bank - Financing and guarantee facilities for SMEs and businesses

The Bridge Bank financing facility is a structured support mechanism for Ivorian SMEs, based on a combination of financial instruments (subordinated loans and guarantees). It aims to strengthen Bridge Bank's financing capacity in order to increase the supply of credit to SMEs, particularly in strategic sectors with high potential for economic transformation. The mechanism adopts a banking intermediation approach: the African Development Bank (AfDB) does not directly finance businesses, but strengthens a local financial actor to amplify its impact. Special attention is paid to women's entrepreneurship, through dedicated guarantee and support mechanisms.

💰 Strengthen access to financing for SMEs:
Improve the availability of credit for local businesses.

🌍 Support international trade:
Facilitate import-export operations for Ivorian SMEs.

👩‍💼 Promote women's entrepreneurship:
Implement specific guarantees for women-led businesses.

🏭 Stimulate strategic sectors:
Accelerate the development of key sectors such as agribusiness and manufacturing.