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According to Cameroon law, businesses with a turnover of 2 billion FCFA and below are classified as small enterprises. In reality, this means nearly 90% of businesses in the country fall into the small business category.
Understanding this changes how we think about entrepreneurship, growth, and access to finance within our ecosystem.
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#BusinessInAfrica #EconomicGrowth #FinancialLiteracy #Biigafrica #biigafricapodcast

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In this video, Besong Enokenwa explains that access to funding is not just about numbers or ambition. It begins with trust.
He highlights that before a bank approves or grant a loan, credibility and consistency matter. The relationship between an entrepreneur and their account manager often determines whether financing is possible.
For many business owners, the real question is not whether the bank has money but whether the bank trusts them enough to release it.
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#BusinessFunding, #AccessToFinance, #Entrepreneurship #BankLoans #Biigafrica #biigagricapodcast #BusinessGrowth, #FinancialDiscipline, #TrustMatters
#SMEs, #MoneyMatters
#AfricanEntrepreneurs #africanpodcast

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Mr Besong Enokenwa in this episode, challenges a common assumption among young professionals that estate planning is something to think about later in life. While many focus on building wealth and advancing their careers, few consider the importance of documenting their wishes early.

He highlights a quiet gap in how we prepare for the future, urging young people to treat responsibility as part of maturity not something reserved for old age.

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#wealthbuilding #wealth #money #financialliteracy #africandevelopment #leadership #estateplanning #africa #moneybuilding #personalfinance #legacyplanning #heritage #biigafrica #biigafricapodcast

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In this episode of the Biig Africa Podcast, we sit down with Besong Enokenwa, banking and microfinance expert and Branch Manager at Afriland First Bank, to unpack what it truly takes to secure funding as an entrepreneur SME and build long-term financial stability.

As the private sector continues to drive sustainable development across Africa, Besong explains why banks prioritize credibility, structure, and trust not just ideas. We explore how SMEs and entrepreneurs can move from informality to structured growth, build strong banking relationships and position themselves for funding within today’s banking systems.

This conversation goes beyond bank loans and dives into personal finance, financial literacy, investment strategies, tax compliance, tax evasion and the discipline required to manage money effectively in business and in everyday life.
Whether you’re an entrepreneur seeking capital, a professional strengthening your financial foundation, or simply looking to better understand how banking systems work, this episode offers practical insights you can apply immediately.

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00:00 Introduction
01:22 Meet the Expert: Mr. Besong Enokengwa’s Background
04:00 The Core Pillar: Developing Financial Literacy
10:20 Navigating the Process: How to Secure a Bank Loan
11:07 The Hard Truth: Banks Fund Cashflow, Not Ideas
13:58 Strategic Partnerships: Managing Your Relationship with the Bank
15:20 The Foundation of Credit: Building Long-Term Trust
23:32 Account Maintenance: The Importance of Active Banking
35:00 Succession & Risk: How Banks Handle Deceased Clients and Families

#Banking #SMEGrowth #FinancialLiteracy #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy #AfrilandFirstBank #Cameroon #Biigafrica #Biigafricapodcast

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Partnership is not just about skills.
It is about shared values.
In this clip, Dr. Fotabe Elmine explains why she would rather employ and retrain someone who aligns with her values than hire an expert who does not.
Because greatness is built on alignment.
Achievement is sustained by principles.
Fabulous results come from partnerships rooted in trust, vision, and shared purpose.
Do you prioritize expertise… or values?
#Leadership #Partnership #Values #BiGAfricaPodcast

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Everyone wants marriage. But not everyone is ready for it. In this short, Dr. Elmine Fotabe speaks on “wife material,” submission, and what it truly means for a man to lead.
Many people think they’re prepared for marriage because they’re in love. But love without maturity, leadership, and responsibility? That’s where the real challenges begin. This might challenge your perspective. Do you think most people are truly ready for marriage or just excited about the idea of it?
Watch the full episode on YouTube to hear the complete conversation and deeper insights. Link in description

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