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Plugging the Gap: EFTA Grows Small Businesses in Tanzania

By Coy Buckley,  Stephen J. Mezias,  Colin J. Killick
Published 26 Feb 2018
Reference 6341
Topic Responsibility
Industry Business Supplies and Equipment
Region Africa
Length 7 page(s)
Language English
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Summary

Equity for Tanzania, based in Moshi, a remote area of Tanzania, operates a profitable business model that leases equipment to small businesses. The model could be replicated in other developing markets, including neighbours in East Africa.

Teaching objectives

Understanding the elements of constructing an interface to support formal market exchange and produce positive social impact.

Keywords
  • inclusive market
  • business development
  • formal market exchange
  • social enterprise
  • equipment leasing
  • Q21718
About the authors

Coy Buckley

Mezias

Stephen J. Mezias

Professor of Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise

Colin J. Killick


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