Receivables finance gains momentum as Africa seeks alternative funding

Receivables finance is gaining momentum across Africa as financial institutions look to expand access to working capital beyond traditional lending.

Discussions at industry events this week highlight factoring and supply chain finance as key tools for addressing persistent SME funding gaps.

Market participants say alternative finance structures are becoming increasingly important, particularly as banks face constraints in deploying capital.

The trend reflects broader efforts to diversify funding sources and improve liquidity access across African trade markets.