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Informal Micro Enterprises Development Programme

Supports qualifying informal and micro entrepreneurs with business training and basic equipment or tools.

Equipment grant + trainingEvergreen listing

We do not confirm whether applications are currently open.

FUNDING OVERVIEW

Department of Small Business Development

Equipment grant + training

PUBLISHED SUPPORT / AMOUNT

Not consistently specified

WHO THIS MAY HELP

General eligibility

Qualifying South African-owned informal/micro enterprises with relevant trading history and required training.

What it may support

EquipmentStartup

Supports qualifying informal and micro entrepreneurs with business training and basic equipment or tools.

Documents and preparation

Evidence of trading, identity documents, banking proof and mandatory training may be required.

Check the official programme page for the complete current requirements before preparing or submitting personal documents.

Important to know

Review requirements and whether the programme is currently accepting participants.

thuso21 is an independent information directory, not the funding provider, an application agent or a guarantor of approval.

A sensible next step

  1. Read the current official programme details and confirm that the organisation still offers this support.
  2. Check whether your business stage, sector, ownership and location meet the funder's rules.
  3. Prepare only the documents requested by the verified official channel. Beware of fake application fees and impersonators.