MSME Growth and Advocacy Forum
Empowering MSMEs for Growth and Advocacy
The MSME Forum of Make in Africa is a platform for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), the backbone of African production. It brings together enterprises, stakeholders and experts from across the continent to address the challenges MSMEs face, from finance to standards to access to larger buyers. With a focus on advocacy, capacity building and collaboration, the forum helps members compete, join regional value chains and influence policies that affect their growth.
Our Vision
Strengthening MSMEs for a Resilient Economy
To build an ecosystem where MSMEs can innovate, grow and supply regional value chains, while advocating for policies that support their sustainability and competitiveness.
Our Mission
Driving Growth and Advocacy for MSMEs
- Promote Development: Provide credible services shaped around the needs of MSMEs across many business areas.
- Build Capacities: Organise targeted training, webinars and workshops to strengthen member capabilities.
- Policy Advocacy: Represent MSMEs to policymakers to influence favourable regulation and initiatives.
- Facilitate Collaboration: Bridge the gap between MSMEs, larger industries and government bodies to build partnerships and solve problems.
What We Do?
Championing MSME Success
- Training and Capacity Building: Host sessions on finance, technology adoption and market access.
- Policy Representation: Present MSME concerns and recommendations to government authorities.
- Knowledge Sharing: Share current trends, regulations and good practice so members stay informed.
- Networking Opportunities: Open doors to corporate leaders, officials and peers.
Advocacy: Giving MSMEs a Strong Voice
- Engage national and regional bodies on policy and regulatory issues that affect MSMEs.
- Work with trade organisations to push for reforms that simplify compliance and widen access to funding.
- Organise forums that show how MSMEs drive growth, innovation and employment.
Why Join the MSME Forum?
- Influence Policy: Join a collective voice for MSME-friendly reform.
- Learn and Adapt: Gain insight through expert-led training and workshops.
- Collaborate for Growth: Build links with larger industries, peers and policymakers to open new opportunities.
Advocate, Grow, Succeed
Join the MSME Forum and become part of a community committed to empowering MSMEs through advocacy, knowledge sharing and collaboration. Become a member to influence policy, reach vital resources and grow your business sustainably.
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Global Trade Council Partnerships
- Australia China Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia India Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia India Seafood Industry Council (AISIC)
- Australia India Free Trade and Seafood Industry Advisory Group (AIFTSIAG)
- Australia Qatar Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Saudi Arabia Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Turkiye Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia UAE Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia USA Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Singapore Chamber of Trade, Commerce, and Industry
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Membership
Policies
- Semiconductor Fabless Policy 2027-2035
- Data Centre Policy 2027-2035
- Information Technology Policy 2027-2035
- Multimodal Logistics Policy 2027-2035
- BPO and Global Capability Centre (GCC) Policy 2027-2035
- New and Renewable Energy Policy 2027-2035
- Biotechnology Policy 2027-2035
- Pharmaceuticals Policy 2027-2035
- DeepTech, AI, and Data Centre Policy 2027-2035
- Electronics Policy 2027-2035
- Export Development Policy 2027-2035
- MedTech Policy 2027-2035
- Film and Media Policy 2027-2035
- FinTech Policy 2027-2035
- EdTech Policy 2027-2035
- Events and Tourism Policy 2027-2035
- Apparel and Technical Textiles Policy 2027-2035
- Aerospace and Defence Manufacturing Policy 2027-2035
- Fisheries Policy 2027-2035
- Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Policy 2027-2035
- MIAGS Startup Policy 2027-2035
- MIAGS Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) Manufacturing Policy 2027-2035
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Governing Councils
- Business Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Council
- Digital Transformation and Innovation Council
- Export and International Trade Council
- Finance and Investment Council
- Infrastructure and Real Estate Development Council
- Intellectual Property and Innovation Council
- Logistics and Supply Chain Optimization Council
- Sustainability and Climate Action Council
- Transport and Connectivity Council
- Urban Infrastructure and Housing Council
- Workforce Development and Skilling Council
- Public Utilities and Civic Services Council
- Governance and Transparency Council
- Agriculture and Food Processing Expert Committee
- Banking, Financial Services & Insurance Committee
- Mediation, Arbitration and Conciliation Committee
- Climate Change and Disaster Resilience Committee
- Corporate Governance Committee
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee
- Digitalisation Committee
- Direct Tax Committee
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Committee
- Economic Policy, Research & Development Committee
- EdTech and Skill Development Committee
- Energy and Infrastructure Committee
- Human Resources Management Committee
- Indirect Tax Committee
- International Trade & Commerce Committee
- Legal Affairs & Intellectual Property Rights Committee
- Media, Entertainment, and Content Creation Committee
- MSME Growth and Advocacy Forum
- Private Equity & Venture Capital Committee
- Renewable Energy and Green Technology Committee
- Shipping & Logistics Committee
- Startups & Entrepreneurship Committee
- Sustainability & ESG Committee
- Tourism, Hospitality, and Events Committee
- Women in Business & Leadership Committee
- Young Leaders Forum
- Healthcare and Wellness Committee
- Government Relations and Development Advocacy Committee
About
The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.