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Cascador and Sterling Bank launch $200M SME Credit Backstop Fund to expand debt access for Nigerian businesses with proven growth potential.

Oct 15, 2026
NigeriaFinancial ServicesFinanceVenture CapitalAngel Investment

Description

Cascador and Sterling Bank announced a $200 million SME Credit Backstop Fund designed to expand access to growth capital for debt-ready small and medium-sized enterprises in Nigeria. The fund will provide credit-risk backstop to participating finance partners, enabling lenders to extend larger, longer-term loans to businesses with proven growth potential but limited access to suitable financing. The initiative addresses financing gaps for Nigerian businesses that have progressed beyond early-stage funding but struggle to secure commercial debt. The model is designed to support up to $1 billion in outstanding credit capacity through structured assessments and ongoing monitoring.

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Company

Cascador

Location

Nigeria

About

Cascador is an accelerator dedicated to assisting mid-stage entrepreneurs in Africa's tech ecosystem. Founded in 2019, it has made a significant impact by supporting over 60 entrepreneurs and facilitating their access to more than $55 million in capital. The organization is focused on addressing the funding gap faced by Nigerian entrepreneurs by launching initiatives like the Catalytic Fund. This fund aims to provide vital financial resources to help entrepreneurs scale their businesses sustainably.

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