The African Cultural Festival in Pennsylvania brought together traders, entrepreneurs, and creatives to showcase the diversity of African heritage while opening up opportunities for small businesses. Local SMEs from the diaspora displayed food, craft… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader African festival in US showcases opportunities for African SMEs By Abimbola Akomolafe on September 22, 2025 The African Cultural Festival in Pennsylvania brought together traders, entrepreneurs, and creatives to showcase the diversity of African heritage while opening up opportunities for small businesses. Local SMEs from the diaspora displayed food, crafts, fashion, and art, highlighting how culture continues to drive commerce and create pathways for new markets. Read also, African festival in US showcases opportunities for African SMEs Nigeria backs creative industry as economic powerhouse Nigeria showcases investment opportunities at UNGA 80 DCO partners with WTO to unlock digital trade for SMEs Cimbria, DMT join forces to tackle grain losses and unlock SME financing in West Africa Discussions at the festival also pointed to the growing role of the creative economy in strengthening Africa's global competitiveness, especially for youth-led enterprises. The Celebration of Excellence Awards further recognized individuals and businesses making outstanding contributions to Africa's growth, culture, and global trade.

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