Promoting the competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises in Benin with a focus on employment (ProPME 2)

The ProPME 2 program aims to improve the competitiveness and performance of Beninese micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in order to stimulate the creation of sustainable jobs. It constitutes the second phase of an economic cooperation initiative between Benin and Germany designed to strengthen the private sector's contribution to national economic growth. The program works simultaneously with businesses, support institutions, and economic networks to create an ecosystem conducive to SME expansion and productive employment.

📈 Improving the competitiveness of MSMEs:
Strengthening the productivity, quality, and innovation capacity of businesses to increase their economic performance.

👩‍💼 Creating sustainable jobs: Fostering the emergence of formal, quality jobs, particularly for young people and women.

🌍 Expanding market access:
Facilitating the integration of SMEs into local and international value chains.

🏛 Strengthening the entrepreneurial ecosystem:
Improving the capacity of business support institutions and structuring business development services.