AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSBA Rule Shake-Up: The U.S. Small Business Administration has proposed major changes to its 8(a) program’s “social disadvantage” test, with officials saying it won’t hit “entity-owned” firms like Alaska Native corporations—though Alaska’s minority-contracting ecosystem is bracing for impact. Local Business Pressure: In Nigeria’s Cross River State, small businesses are crying foul over what they call multiple, overlapping taxes that owners say are strangling grassroots trade. SME Digital Push: Nigeria’s NITDA and TikTok launched Digital Commerce Labs to help SMEs build online sales skills and reach bigger markets. Infrastructure for Growth: In Sokoto, a new road network project is framed as a direct boost for farmers, transporters, and small shops by cutting travel time and spoilage. Community Commerce: Juneteenth events in Salt Lake City highlighted Black entrepreneurship with a Black Business Expo drawing 60+ vendors. Cost-of-Living Hit: California’s gas tax is set to jump to 63.4 cents per gallon July 1, renewing affordability fights that small businesses feel through higher operating costs. Export Opportunity: Philippine Guimaras mangoes made their first Europe trip, aiming to connect local farmers and SMEs to international buyers.
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