Pan African bank avails P11m for entrepreneurs

McWhorter (centre) and Sebti at the launch of the awards PIC: KABO MPAETONA
McWhorter (centre) and Sebti at the launch of the awards PIC: KABO MPAETONA

BMCE Bank of Africa has availed $1 million (P11 million) to African entrepreneurs with business ideas that can make an impact in the lives of Africans.

The African Entrepreneurship award, which has been running for years, promotes entrepreneurship on the continent by annually investing money on talent and technology that transcend borders.

The award, which was launched last week, will have the first round of eligible finalists announced in May 2016 while winners will be announced in November 2016.

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