In order to improve access to credit and support economic growth in Côte d'Ivoire, on November 12, the National Investment Bank (BNI) launched its new leasing project, called “BNI” Fast Leasing”.

This national bank program aims to strengthen access to financing in order to promote the emergence of national champions and support the equipment of individuals. According to the Deputy Director General of the BNI, Jérôme Ahua, leasing is particularly beneficial for SMEs, thanks to its flexible conditions and tax advantages. As part of this project, four products were proposed, including the financing of commercial vehicles, the acquisition of vehicles for transport activities, and the financing of agricultural cooperatives, with supervision by a board of directors.