Funding available at your stage

Up to R5 million

A flagship national programme designed to promote inclusive economic participation among women by providing integrated financial and non-financial support. The programme combines blended finance with business training, mentorship, networking, and supportive spaces for women in business.

R30 000 to R2 million

Dedicated loan fund for women-owned SMMEs that cannot access conventional commercial credit. Provides affordable development finance at concessional interest rates, combined with non-financial business development support. Target sectors include manufacturing, retail, agri-processing, services, and township commerce.

Up to R1.5 million

Suits pre-revenue businesses

Non-repayable grant funding for technology-based ventures at technology readiness levels 5 and 6 (TRL 5-6). Supports commercialisation of innovations developed in South Africa. Disbursed through TIA-accredited incubators and technology stations.

Up to R1 million

A programme that supports informal, micro and small enterprises and cooperatives in township and rural economies through blended finance and business development support. It is designed to promote participation in the mainstream economy and improve competitiveness, compliance, and market access.