SME Finance Watch: Malaysia’s central bank says financing for SMEs is still supportive, but warns temporary relief can’t solve recurring shocks like higher input costs and slower customer payments; CGC has backed RM103bn for 544,000 SMEs. Banking & MSMEs: Nigeria’s bankers’ institute urges lenders to shift capital from government securities toward MSMEs as yields fall, and plans SME forums and “SME clinics” to fix weak records and governance. SME Growth via Digital Payments: Ghana’s MoMo program is equipping retailers with financial literacy, customer service, digital tools, and pathways to credit and insurance. Policy for Innovation: Ireland is being pushed to widen and modernize its R&D tax credit so it’s accessible to today’s innovation models, including outsourcing and AI-linked work. Local Governance & Private Sector: South Africa’s DA manifesto promises better municipalities via private-sector partnerships, but critics say this is already happening and question whether it’s a real fix. AI for Small Business Ops: Xero highlights AI embedded in everyday accounting and payroll workflows, aiming to turn adoption into durable revenue. Women-Led Sustainability: Tetra Pak-backed recycling efforts spotlight women-led partnerships tackling hard-to-recycle packaging. Workforce & Leadership: A UK “unbossing” trend points to higher-paid roles without management duties, reflecting shifting work-life priorities. Business Readiness: A new UK SME value-acceleration program focuses on extracting more value from what firms already have, not just hiring or chasing turnover.