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The aim is to assess the impact of microfinance on female agricultural entrepreneurs in Ghana over three years.

February 27, 2026Open Access

Microfinance Access and Development Among Female Agricultural Entrepreneurs in West African Countries: A Three-Year Impact Study in Ghana 2003

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EDEmily DaviesUniversity of Cape Coast ADAfua DarkohFood Research Institute APAchamany PrahUniversity of Cape Coast

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Mixed-methods study shows microfinance enhances business growth and financial security for women entrepreneurs, indicating strong developmental potential.

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The aim is to assess the impact of microfinance on female agricultural entrepreneurs in Ghana over three years.
Mixed-methods approach combining quantitative survey and qualitative interviews
Stratified sample by region, income level, and years in the industry
Focus on female agricultural entrepreneurs in various regions of Ghana
Business expansion rates increased from 45% pre-programme to 70% post-programme
Reduction in reliance on informal finance from 60% to 20% among respondents
Positive impacts on financial stability and empowerment of women in agriculture

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Davies et al. (2003) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a1353eed1d949a99abefe6 https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18777575

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Mixed-methods study shows microfinance enhances business growth and financial security for women entrepreneurs, indicating strong developmental potential.

Microfinance Access and Development Among Female Agricultural Entrepreneurs in West African Countries: A Three-Year Impact Study in Ghana 2003

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Microfinance Access and Development Among Female Agricultural Entrepreneurs in West African Countries: A Three-Year Impact Study in Ghana 2003

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