Beyond loans: why SMEs need bankers who believe in their business
Friday, June 19, 2026 | 10 Views |
Modisagape
This was the key message emerging from the latest Kgwebo Connect Series, where Tebogo Modisagape of Val Interiors highlighted how strong relationships between businesses and bankers can become a catalyst for growth.
Speaking during the discussion, Bank Gaborone Relationship Manager for Commercial Clients, Grace Pule, said many SMEs miss opportunities because they do not engage their banks beyond transactional banking.
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