Kaduna Market Development and Management Company KMDMC has concluded arrangements to organize the 3rd edition of its trade fair to provide a platform for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to showcase their goods and services.
The Managing Director, Mrs Tamar Nandul stated this at a news briefing at government house Kaduna.
Mrs Nandul explained that the trade fair would be holding at Murtala Muhammed Square from 12 noon to 7pm, on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th December.
According to her, traders in markets under KMDMC’s management, home businesses as well as established companies from various sectors and industries would participate.
She pointed out that, the event will also serve as an avenue for beneficial collaborations amongst stakeholders.
The Managing Director confirmed that, over one hundred Kaduna based businesses from various categories of industries will exhibit their goods and services during the event.
“besides the exhibitions, there are other activities and side attractions for participants, including masterclasses, a football tournament, kid’s section and gaming area among other fun activities.’’
“We have identified professionals from various sectors, including sister agencies like KADIPA and KADEDA, as well as institutions such as Processer House coopers and Bank of Industry, to host free masterclasses targeted at enlightening participating vendors and interested businesses owners on core entrepreneurial literacy and skills”.
The Managing Director further said that topics that would be treated at the Masterclass include Ease of Doing Business reforms, which will be facilitated by the Executive Secretary of Kaduna Investment Promotion Agency, Khalil Nur Khalil.
According to her, participants would also be taught on how to write business proposals, obtain loans among others .
“At the end of the classes, attendees will be provided with useful materials to guide them on implementing what they have learnt.’’
“a kids section where activities such as swimming, face painting, meet and greet with santa claus and more will take place as well as an adult gaming area for video games, paint and sips, board games and the likes.’’
“There will also be a unity football match where we will give cash prizes and trophies to the winners at the end,’’ she added.
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