Department of Small Business Development (DSBD)
Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP)
Grant up to R2.5 million (blended)
Blended finance support for registered co-operative enterprises. The grant portion is capped at R2.5 million for qualifying activities. Priority is given to co-operatives owned by women, youth, and people with disabilities in rural, township, and peri-urban areas.
YouthWomenCo-opBlended finance
Small Enterprise Finance Agency (SEFA)
SEFA Direct Lending Programme
R50 000 to R15 million
Development finance loans for small and medium enterprises and co-operatives that cannot access commercial bank credit. Covers working capital, asset finance, and bridging finance. Disbursed directly or through accredited financial intermediaries. Targets survivalist, micro, small, and medium enterprises.
Co-opLoan