A technical and statistical report that provides a comprehensive analysis of the patterns, determinants, and potential of SCF in African markets, drawing on recent World Bank enterprise survey data across 31 countries (2020-2024), as well as firm-level financials from South African listed companies. It distinguishes between direct trade credit - the most prevalent and observable form of SCF - and intermediated SCF solutions like factoring and payables finance. The report further explores the evolving SCF landscape in Africa, including the role of fintech platforms, blockchain applications, and digital payment systems such as the Pan-African Payments and Settlement System (PAPSS). It identifies industrial parks and special economic zones as fertile ground for scaling SCF solutions, leveraging shared infrastructure and governance.
| ISBN: | 9789211545784 |
| Publication date: | 31st May 2026 |
| Author: | United Nations Conference on Trade and Development |
| Publisher: | United Nations Publications |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 50 pages |
| Genres: |
Domestic or internal trade Purchasing and supply management International trade and commerce Finance and the finance industry International economics |
A technical and statistical report that provides a comprehensive analysis of the patterns, determinants, and potential of SCF in African markets, drawing on recent World Bank enterprise survey data across 31 countries (2020-2024), as well as firm-level financials from South African listed companies. It distinguishes between direct trade credit - the most prevalent and observable form of SCF - and intermediated SCF solutions like factoring and payables finance. The report further explores the evolving SCF landscape in Africa, including the role of fintech platforms, blockchain applications, and digital payment systems such as the Pan-African Payments and Settlement System (PAPSS). It identifies industrial parks and special economic zones as fertile ground for scaling SCF solutions, leveraging shared infrastructure and governance.
Unlocking Growth features in the following genres: Domestic or internal trade, Purchasing and supply management, International trade and commerce, Finance and the finance industry, International economics
Unlocking Growth is available in Paperback
Unlocking Growth was written by United Nations Conference on Trade and Development and published by United Nations Publications
Unlocking Growth has 50 pages
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