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Department of Small Business Development (DSBD)

Rolling intake

BBSDP Cost-Sharing Grant

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This programme accepts applications on a rolling basis. No fixed closing date.

Funding amount

Up to R1 million (50% cost-share)

The Black Business Supplier Development Programme offers a 50/50 cost-sharing grant to help black-owned businesses improve competitiveness. No age restriction in qualifying criteria.

Who qualifies

Must be 51%+ black-owned, VAT registered (threshold now R2.3 million from April 2026), annual turnover between R250 000 and R35 million, at least 50% of management positions held by black people, trading for at least 1 year, not in liquidation.

What to prepare

Have these ready before you apply.

  • Company registration (CIPC)
  • ID documents of owners
  • VAT registration certificate
  • 3 years financial statements
  • Latest 6 months bank statements
  • Tax clearance certificate

Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official source before applying.