Norms and Trust-Shaping Relationships among Food-Exporting SMEs in Ghana

Amoako, Isaac Oduro; Matlay, Harry

doi:10.5367/ijei.2015.0182

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“…Despite the unique role of FNGOs in providing microfinance services with their social welfare logic in Ghana, there is a gap in the literature of their impact on the performance of MSEs (Amoako and Matlay, 2015). As much as the authors are aware, the current study is one of the few which focuses on examining FNGOs and their delivery of microcredit and entrepreneurship training to MSEs in Ghana.…”

Section: Currently 43 Fngos Including Universal Capital Asrud Ghanamentioning

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Does institutional logic matter in microfinance delivery? An empirical study of microfinance clients

Atiase

Mahmood

Wang

2019

IJEBR

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Purpose From an institutional theory perspective, the purpose of this paper is to investigate the combined impact of financial capital (microcredit) and human capital development (entrepreneurship training) delivered by financial non-governmental organisations (FNGOs) on the performance of micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in Ghana. Design/methodology/approach Adopting a multiple linear regression analysis, the study used primary data collected from 506 Ghanaian MSEs. Microcredit was measured using four main constructs, namely, loan cost, loan amount, the flexibility of loan repayment and loan accessibility. Entrepreneurship training was measured using four main constructs, namely, training content, training efficiency, training frequency and training accessibility. MSE performance was also measured using three main indicators, namely, sales, employment and profitability growth. The study controlled for business age, industry category, manager’s educational level and gender. Findings The results of this study show that the combined delivery of financial and human capital development by FNGOs has a significant impact on MSE performance. The social welfare logic adopted by FNGOs seems to be legitimate to the needs and growth of MSEs in Ghana. However, the cost of microcredit remains a drawback, constraining the performance of MSEs in Ghana. Research limitations/implications This study was carried out in the Volta Region, which is one of the ten regions of Ghana. Even though the sample size suffices, the findings from this study could not be generalised to the whole of Ghana. Also, this study is a quantitative study and could benefit from a triangulated method where the qualitative inputs could offer insights into the findings in this study. Originality/value Theoretically, this study contributes to the understanding of institutions and the type of impact they have on the growth of MSEs. Practically, the provision of a conducive environment and access to financial capital is crucial to the growth of MSEs. Also, the adoption of the social welfare logic in microfinance delivery could be one of the major steps in promoting the performance of MSEs in Ghana.

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Section: Currently 43 Fngos Including Universal Capital Asrud Ghanamentioning

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Does institutional logic matter in microfinance delivery? An empirical study of microfinance clients

Atiase

Mahmood

Wang

2019

IJEBR

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“…Many times, some corrupt personnel deliberately delay and paucity in the judicial process or intentionally pervert the court decisions due to incidences of corruption in the Nigerian legal system. It, therefore, seems that non-reliable systems for SMEs who tend to consider the process as wastage of time, as the fair judicial is not a tenable reality (Okpara, 2011;Dada, 2014;Amoako and Matlay, 2015).…”

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“…On the other hand, researchers have observed that quite a good number of SMEs operators still lack primary education and most likely do not tend to see the values embedded in the legal system in providing the backing for SMEs in the Nigerian economy (Akanbi, 2016). This category of SMEs operators tends to rely more on traditional deities and superstitious beliefs in establishing trust in their business practices (Amoako and Matlay, 2015). However, they are more found in rural locations where business partnership and interactions are mostly among partners who tend to share these beliefs.…”

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Operations of small and medium enterprises and the legal system in Nigeria

Ufua

Olujobi

Ogbari

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Humanit Soc Sci Commun

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This research explored the effects of the legal system on SMEs operations in the Nigerian economy. The study aimed to address the gap in literature discussing the legal system and SMEs’ operations in Nigeria. It focused on learning about the current level of support of the legal system for SME operations and as well as suggesting an approach to enhance effective SMEs’ operations in Nigeria further. The current study applied a conceptual review, relying on extant literature relating to the antecedence of the Nigeria legal system, focusing on the critical factors affecting SME practices in Nigeria. A key finding is the importance of the legal system functions to SMEs practice in Nigeria. It also highlighted the weaknesses of the legal system in providing the needed backing and conducive business environment for SMEs in Nigeria. A model was proposed, depicting the need for restructuring of the legal system, improvised support of other government functionaries and other relevant stakeholders, to facilitate SMEs’ operations and enhance their contributions to the Nigerian economy. The research ends with the suggestion for further research to consider other research methodological approaches, the development of alternative dispute revolutionary measures, as well as a comparative study involving two or more economies in order to project further learning on the legal system and SMEs’ operations.

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“…In this context, the use of networks has been proven by many researchers to be central in the starting-up of a business, as well as for growing and developing businesses. Pivotal to such networks, is the role of trust which goes hand in hand with the practical support needed for starting-up new businesses (Amoako and Matlay, 2015).…”

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Female entrepreneurship in Africa

Nziku¹,

Struthers²

2017

JSBED

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The purpose of this paper is to develop a conceptual framework which combines the Strength of Weak Ties (SWT) concept with an innovative taxonomy for mitigating Principal-Agent conflicts. The taxonomy highlights the mechanisms through which African women can overcome the obstacles faced when setting up businesses. Design/Methodology/Approach: The paper discusses the role of 'weak ties' networks in entrepreneurial activities and integrates the concept with the key parameters of the Principal-Agent paradigm. The aim is to develop a taxonomy (or scorecard) for mitigating the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in Africa from a Principal-Agent perspective. Six Principal-Agent parameters are analysed namely: attitudes towards risk; behaviour-based versus targets based contracts; asymmetric information; risk sharing; transaction costs; and verification and monitoring costs. Findings: With the aid of the taxonomy developed in the paper the authors analyse the channels through which 'strength of weak ties' networks may impact in mitigating the problems arising from the Principal-Agent paradigm. Some implications for women entrepreneurs in Africa are highlighted Research Implications: The current conceptual study suggests that the 'strength of weak ties' concept can be used by African women entrepreneurs to mitigate Principal-Agent problems. The authors argue that the original Principal-Agent taxonomy developed in the paper fills a conceptual research gap in the existing literature. Embedding the SWT concept within a Principal-Agent framework will facilitate further research not only to understand African women entrepreneurs' attitudes (and responses) towards risk and uncertainty. This will also facilitate greater understanding of the importance women attach to the role of incentives within their businesses. Practical Implications: The taxonomy presents new insights for understanding the most serious constraints that hinder women entrepreneurs in Africa. The taxonomy will be the basis for a follow-up empirical paper on selected African countries. Originality/Value: The originality of this study lies in the development of an innovative taxonomy which highlights the role of Strength of Weak Ties (SWT) social networks towards mitigating the Principal-Agent problem among African women entrepreneurs. The paper makes a significant contribution to the literature from a conceptual perspective.

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Norms and Trust-Shaping Relationships among Food-Exporting SMEs in Ghana

Cited by 55 publications

References 53 publications

Does institutional logic matter in microfinance delivery? An empirical study of microfinance clients

Does institutional logic matter in microfinance delivery? An empirical study of microfinance clients

Operations of small and medium enterprises and the legal system in Nigeria

Female entrepreneurship in Africa

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