Asset Bridge Capital Announces Lease-to-Own Solution for Underserved Farmers

Updated on 4 December 2025

One of the major challenges faced by farmers in South Africa is access to finance. Farmers are unable to access the essential tools and machinery needed to scale their businesses.

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