Welcome to the SME Loop

The SME Business Training and Coaching Loop (SME Loop) was developed by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. We as an association support the implementation of the SME Loop globally.
Please check the About us section for more information on the International SME Loop Association e.V.

The figure below provides a generic overview of the SME Loop approach.

Provided courtesy of Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH. Any adaptation or modification requires the consent of GIZ.

Events in 2026

SME Loop Business Coach Training

Register by contacting Christian Ntieche Njilou

  • T: (00237) 690 308 361 / (00237) 654 422 192
  • E: ntieche.chris@gmail.com

Dates of the training:

  • 2 x Starter Training: 10.11-13.11.2026 & 18.11-20.11.2026
  • 1x Advanced Training: 25.11.-27.11.2026

More information:

Webinar Series

08.10.2026Sharing experience on the implementation of the Gender Transformative Approach (GTA) of the SME Loop in Burkina Faso
03.12.2026Introduction to the Green SME Loop
December 2026Sharing experience on the Start Up Loop
January 2027Sharing experience on the Gender transformative SME Loop