“Crowdfunding and the growth of SMEs around South Kivu in the Democratic Republic of the Congo”
Country of Study
Burundi
Institution
Universite du Burundi
Expected Year of Completion
2025
Thematic Area
Business, Trade & Economy
Education
Furaha’s PhD thesis is in Financial Management. She holds an MSc in Business Administration from Université Espoir d’Afrique in Burundi. A part-time Lecturer and Researcher at Institut Supérieur Pédagogique, she is currently in her third year of PhD studies at Université du Burundi in Bujumbura and is expected to complete her doctorate in 2025.
Research Summary
Furaha’s research focuses on analyzing the determinants of crowdfunding and its impact on the growth and sustainability of SMEs in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The study aims to address the challenges faced by SMEs in accessing traditional financing, such as lack of awareness and limited access to crowdfunding platforms, which significantly affect their development. By employing logistic regression, the research seeks to provide decision-making tools for SME owners, enhancing their understanding of growth conditions and financial strategies. This approach aims to bridge the financing gap and promote the sustainability of SMEs in a competitive and turbulent environment.
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