摘要:SMEs perform crucial role and are adjudged to be one of the major driving forces in the socio-economic development of both developed and developing modern economies (Turyakira & Mbidde, 2015). It has being a long-standing believe in entrepreneurial, managerial and economics literature that membership of a network is beneficial to entrepreneurial firms (including SMEs), assisting small firms in the acquisition of information and advice (Birley, 1985). Today’s market conditions are also compelling businesses to adapt to changes in order to survive, grow and be competitive. Such changes include interpersonal and inter-business cooperation and networks, which provide room for innovation and competition in a dynamic environment.