Providus Bank Launches T2T Programme for African SMEs

Providus Bank has introduced the T2T programme, a flagship initiative designed to accelerate the export readiness of African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This programme, launched in partnership with Duchess NL, the Global African Business Association, and the ECOWAS Parliament, aims to address the persistent gap in trade execution and compliance within Africa's trade ecosystem.

Dr. Biodun Ariyo, Head of Global Trade at Providus Bank, emphasized the crucial role financial institutions play in supporting regional trade growth.

The T2T programme is structured to blend practical capacity-building with compliance alignment, enabling SMEs to move beyond preparatory measures and achieve tangible trade outcomes in global markets. The initiative targets high-growth sectors with strong export potential, including agriculture, agro-processing, cosmetics, beverages, garments, textiles, and leather tanning.

Ernest Elu, Head of Strategic Innovation at Providus Bank, noted that the programme reflects the bank's commitment to transforming the potential of African SMEs by equipping them with the necessary tools to compete effectively in international markets.