South African Government
PilotSpaza Shop Support Fund
Funding amount
R500 million total fund
A R500 million fund to assist entrepreneurs who want to establish and grow spaza shops. Part of government efforts to support the informal retail sector and township economy.
Who qualifies
Open to informal and formal spaza shop operators. Formal registration is not strictly required. Full application criteria to be confirmed through official government channels. Note: as of May 2026, disbursement has been very limited - only a small fraction of the R500 million total fund has been paid out due to verification delays. Verify current status through official DSBD channels before applying.
Documents needed
- South African ID document
- Proof of address
- Proof of trading or startup plan
- SARS tax reference (where available)
No online portal
This programme does not have an online application portal. Visit the official source below for contact details, office locations, and how to start your application.
Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official source before applying.