The National Bank of Malawi (NBM) PIc says it will continue supporting small and medium enterprises (SEMs) describing them as key components to the country’s economic development.

NBM Chief Executive Officer Macfussy Kawawa was saying this last evening in Lilongwe on the sidelines of the bank’s cocktail with its customers.

He noted that SMEs significantly contribute to the country’s economic development. He added that the interaction also assisted in fostering the good relationship that exist between the bank and its clientele.

Dr. Alexander Bulirani who is also a businessman described the meeting as vital in creating more opportunities for SMEs in the country.