The Small Business Growth Academy will provide practical, market-oriented training on Meta’s digital platforms and AI-enabled tools. The programme aims to reach more than 1,000 small businesses across Pakistan through in-person and virtual workshops, structured learning modules and partner-led training. Tehara Punchihewa, Associate Public Policy Manager for Asia-Pacific at Meta, said:“At Meta, we see every day how small businesses use our AI-enabled tools to reach customers and grow. The Small Business Growth Academy is about giving more entrepreneurs the practical skills and support they need to use these tools confidently, compete more effectively, and take part in the opportunities being created by the digital economy.” The Small Business Growth Academy is being rolled out across 12 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, with the initial objective of supporting businesses across the region.