Database Fundraising Business Resource Kit - Feb 2007

Department of Economic Development KwaZulu-Natal

LISTING OF BUSINESS SUPPORT RESOURCES FEBRUARY 2007

Complied by: Research House Tel: 082 876-3595 Email: [email protected]

Commissioned by: KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development 14th Floor, The Marine, 22 Gardner Street, Durban 4001 Private Bag X001, Bishopsgate, 4008 Tel: 031 310-5493 Fax: 031 310-5494 Website: www.kznded.gov.za

Contents Page Number

Foreword .......................................................................................................................................... 2 A. Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 3 B. Overview...................................................................................................................................... 3 C. Guide for Usage............................................................................................................................ 4 D. Disclaimer .................................................................................................................................... 5 E. Changes to this Document ............................................................................................................. 5 F. Making a successful application ...................................................................................................... 5 G. General Abbreviations ................................................................................................................... 6 H. Business Resource Programmes – alphabetical listing by full name.................................................... 7 I. Appendices ................................................................................................................................... 160 1. List of Programmes ................................................................................................................ 161 2. List of Programmes grouped by Organisation............................................................................ 167 3. List of Programmes that provide Funding ................................................................................. 173 4. List of Programmes that provide Assistance .............................................................................. 177 5. List of Programmes that have Regional Restrictions................................................................... 182 6. List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry ................................ 183 7. List of Programmes that have Preference / Requirements for the involvement of those Previously Disadvantaged (women, youth, disabled, black etc.) ......................................... 188

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Foreword

International as well as local experience has shown that small businesses can provide an important contribution to employment and the creation and distribution of wealth. The lack of access to relevant business information and advice is one of the many challenges which face small businesses, especially start-up enterprises and micro-enterprises. Some of the areas where challenges are experienced include access to marketing, access to finance and business management skills. One of the functions of the Department of Economic Development is to promote enterprise development by assisting small and medium enterprises to access the mainstream economy in the province. Newly established businesses and projects are always faced with challenges when they source funds for their businesses. This directory provides a listing of programmes and organizations that provide funding and non-financial assistance to businesses in the province. Project and business funding support particularly, and other non-financial assistance, is available from a wide range of sources that include, unilateral and multilateral, foreign and local donors including government, development and development finance institutions, the corporate social responsibility programmes of financial institutions of South Africa, and semi-government organizations, institutions and foundations. The Department is committed to removing obstacles that constrain access to information on available public and private resources that promote economic growth. Government has made available significant resources to create access to opportunities, especially for marginalized societies, but due to several constraints, most of those who need the information are unable to access or utilize it. This publication is providing access to information on all available resources to which all can gain access. I therefore urge all existing and future entrepreneurs to make use of this directory and maximize the utilization of resources to promote economic growth in the province.

MEC for Finance and Economic Development Dr. Zweli Mkhize

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A. Introduction One of the functions of the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development is to provide economic development support services to municipalities and other stakeholders in the province. The aim of these services is to assist these stakeholders in fulfilling their developmental mandates, particularly with regard to local economic development. The Department receives numerous requests from municipalities, other stakeholder groups and individuals, to support a diverse range of projects that could effectively be resourced by other local or foreign organisations. In order to maximize the utilisation of internal and external resources, the Department commissioned a research study to identify organisations that provide free or partially free funding or assistance to businesses in the province. These selection criteria have resulted in this publication which focuses on businesses and entrepreneurs in need of some form of funding or assistance. The publication provides a listing of programmes identified to date that fall into these categories. The distribution of this listing is intended to extend the impact of the Department’s resources and achieve their objectives of local economic development, fostering economic growth and developing and encouraging entrepreneurship.

B. Overview The listing • • • • • •

is a collection of records from a variety of sources including: Government – local, provincial and national Government institutions International government International non-governmental entities Organisations i.e. NGO’s and Section 21 companies Companies e.g. private companies or entities associated with companies such as foundations and trusts owned by private companies • Combinations of the above • Other entities

This publication represents the initial phase of the project to provide this resource and by no means incorporates all the available aid on offer. The intention is to update and add to the current information on a regular basis. A searchable database version will be made available in due course which will facilitate identifying relevant potential sources of support.

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C. Guide for Usage For ease of reference, the listing has been arranged by full programme name, in alphabetical order. Many programmes are, however, better known by their abbreviated titles or by the name of the sponsoring organisation. To facilitate searches for a particular entry, indices have been provided in the appendix in several formats namely: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g)

By programme name (full and abbreviated names) By organisation name (full and abbreviated names) Programmes that provide funding Programmes that provide assistance Programmes that have regional restrictions Programmes that have industry restrictions or requirements, by industry Programmes that have some sort of previously disadvantaged requirement.

Where no region or industry is specified, the programme is prepared to consider applications from any region of the province or from any industry. In some cases, the programmes exclude particular industries. Note: - Where “the” normally prefixes a title, “the” has been left out and the entry has been sorted by the second word e.g. The Social Plan will be found under “Social Plan”. Furthermore, where a small letter, followed by a capital letter is applicable, the first letter has been utilised e.g. eThekwini. To alleviate any confusion, the indices have cross-referenced entries. -

Programmes have a range of conditions under which they provide funding and/or assistance, varying from very detailed to non-specific. Issues covered include ownership, size of the business and the industry in which it operates or plans to operate. Certain industries are excluded from a few of the programmes. Some programmes that provide funding require matching funding from owners or only pay retrospectively, so that all of the money is needed upfront. Guidelines regarding all these factors are given in this listing, but the final details should always be checked with the programme itself.

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“Funding” may vary from pure monetary assistance, to providing financial resources for a specific purpose i.e. training. In the case of the latter, details have been provided under “assistance”.

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Where details appear to be missing for a particular programme, these criteria either do not apply or the donors have elected to omit this information.

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Some programmes will terminate at a specified time. The dates, where known, have been provided under ‘Changes’.

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In cases where there are a number of offices for an organisation, the details are given at the end of the entry for the programme concerned.

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A general list of abbreviations is given in section G.

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D. Disclaimer The information and contact details published in this directory were verified at the time the research was conducted. However, some of the details may have changed since the date of printing and the programmes reserve the right to make changes at any time. The Department of Economic Development and Research House cannot be held responsible for any incorrect information and / or errors contained in this publication.

E. Changes to this Document Research House aims to maintain the highest standards and wishes to ensure that any possible errors are rectified in future editions. Therefore, if you are aware of any changes or mistakes, please contact us at [email protected] or fax 031 563-3993 and we will ensure that the necessary corrections are made. Your comments and suggestions on the layout and format are also welcome. Information on other programmes of which you are aware would also be useful for future editions of the listing.

F. Making a Successful Application Each programme receives numerous requests for aid. Therefore individuals and businesses requiring funding or assistance need to prepare carefully prior to approaching donor organisations. Firstly, review the programme criteria thoroughly to ensure that your business meets the qualifying criteria. Then follow the steps outlined in the “Application Procedure” and in the documents listed under “Copy of Application Form” and “Copy of Business Plan / Framework”, making sure that you provide all the necessary documentation. If the information is not available or applicable, make reference to it in a covering letter. Ensure that your request is legible and contains no grammatical errors. Always offer more than one method of contact i.e. telephone, fax, e-mail etc. in case one of them changes. If instructions are unclear, contact the organisation concerned to clarify their requirements. Should you be unable to reach the person noted in the directory, ask for their replacement or an alternative contact person.

Wishing you prosperity and success with your business ventures!

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G. General Abbreviations CBO CSI EPWP HEI’s IDT KZN MBO NGO NPO PDI POP’s SABS Seda / KZNMac SETI’s SME’s SMME’s USAID

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Community Based Organisation Corporate Social Investment Expanded Public Works Programme Higher Educational Institutes Independent Development Trust KwaZulu-Natal Management Buy-Out Non-Governmental Organisation Non-Profit Organisation Previously Disadvantaged Individual Persistent Organic Pollutants South African Bureau of Standards Small Enterprise Development Agency of the dti (Department of Trade and Industry) Science, Engineering and Technology Institutes Small and Medium Enterprises (from 5 to 200 employees) Small, Medium and Micro-sized Enterprises (up to 200 employees) United States Agency for International Development

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H. Business Resource Programmes Page Number Aberdare Pietermaritzburg ................................................................................................... 11 ABSA Group Foundation ...................................................................................................... 12 ABSA Small Business Funding .............................................................................................. 13 ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP) ........................................................... 14 Ackermans PnP Foundation ................................................................................................. 16 Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund (AAAF) .................................................................................. 17 Agricultural Extension Support Programme............................................................................ 18 Anglo Khula Mining Fund ..................................................................................................... 19 Apex Fund - Capacity-Building Grant..................................................................................... 21 Apex Fund - Micro Enterprise Development Loan ................................................................... 22 Apex Fund - Poverty Alleviation Loan .................................................................................... 23 Artisanal Small Scale Mining Training School ......................................................................... 24 Arts and Culture Trust ......................................................................................................... 25 Arts Development Funding Scheme ...................................................................................... 26 AusAID Small Activities Scheme (SAS) .................................................................................. 27 Barloworld ARTWORKS........................................................................................................ 28 Black Business Supplier Development Programme (BBSDP) .................................................... 29 Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) – Supporting Grant Scheme ......................................... 30 Business Partners................................................................................................................ 31 Business Partners - Khula Start-up Fund ............................................................................... 32 Business Partners - Umsobomvu Franchise Fund.................................................................... 33 Business-to-Business (B2B) Programme ................................................................................ 34 Coastal KZN College ............................................................................................................ 35 Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa (CURSA)............................................................. 36 Critical Infrastructure Programme......................................................................................... 37 CSIR Biosciences Process and Product Development Programme............................................. 38 DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Affirmative Procurement ................. 39 Department of Environment Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) Tourism Business Booklet .................. 40 Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) - General Services ................................................... 41 Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) - Corporate Finance Unit ................................... 42 Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) - Project Finance SA ......................................... 43 Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology (DACT) ........................................................... 45 eGoliBIO Incubator Trust ..................................................................................................... 46 eThekwini Grant and Aid ..................................................................................................... 47

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Export Marketing and Investment Assistance (EMIA) - Missions .............................................. 48 First National Bank (FNB) - Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund ...................................... 49 FirstRand Foundation .......................................................................................................... 50 Foreign Investment Grant.................................................................................................... 51 FRAIN - Business Support Programme .................................................................................. 52 FRAIN - Franchise Cadets .................................................................................................... 53 FRAIN - Information, Advice and Training ............................................................................. 54 Gijima - Business Enabling Fund........................................................................................... 55 Gijima - Local Competitiveness Fund..................................................................................... 57 Global Environment Facility (GEF)......................................................................................... 59 HBD Fund 2........................................................................................................................ 60 IBM International Foundation............................................................................................... 62 International Finance Corporation (IFC) ................................................................................ 63 Investing in Culture............................................................................................................. 64 Isibaya Fund ...................................................................................................................... 65 Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute (ISFI) ................................................................................ 66 Ithala Development Finance Corporation............................................................................... 67 Jim Joel Education and Training Fund ................................................................................... 70 Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund (KERPEF) .................................................................... 71 Kgabane Trust .................................................................................................................... 72 Khula - Business Partners Start-up Fund ............................................................................... 73 Khula - Credit Guarantee Scheme - Individual Guarantee Scheme ........................................... 74 Khula - Thuso Mentorship Programme .................................................................................. 75 Khumbulani Craft ................................................................................................................ 76 KZN Innovation Support Centre (KZN ISC) ............................................................................ 77 Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development (LRAD) ....................................................... 78 LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre (BRIC) Trust ........................... 81 MAFISA.............................................................................................................................. 82 Maputoland Development and Information Centre (MDIC) / Community-Based Organisations (CBO) Network .............................................................................................................. 84 Marang Financial Services.................................................................................................... 85 Micro Enterprise Alliance...................................................................................................... 87 Missions in Technology (MiTech) .......................................................................................... 88 Natal Portland Cement (NPC) Corporate Social Investment (CSI)............................................. 90 National Development Agency (NDA) Request for Proposals (RFP) and Programmes Cluster...... 91 National Heritage Resources Fund ........................................................................................ 92 National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund................................................................................ 93 National Productivity Institute (NPI) - Job Creation Programme............................................... 94

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Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet ............................................................................................. 95 Nedcor Foundation.............................................................................................................. 97 Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry – Business Support Centre.............................. 99 Old Mutual Corporate Social Investment ............................................................................... 100 Patent Support Fund ........................................................................................................... 101 Pitseng Trust ...................................................................................................................... 103 PlantBio Trust..................................................................................................................... 104 Project Gateway ................................................................................................................. 105 Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages (PAL) / South African International Business Linkages (SAIBL) ....................................................................................................................... 106 Provenance Art ................................................................................................................... 108 PUM - Netherlands Advisory Service ..................................................................................... 109 Quickberry ......................................................................................................................... 110 SABS - SMME Support Programme ....................................................................................... 111 Seda / KZNMac ................................................................................................................... 112 Seda eThekwini ................................................................................................................. 115 Seda eThekwini – Business Development Unit ...................................................................... 116 Seda eThekwini – Business Information Services .................................................................. 117 Seda eThekwini – Resources ............................................................................................... 118 Seda eThekwini – Tender Advice Centre .............................................................................. 119 Seda – Technology Transfer Programme .............................................................................. 120 Siyavuna ............................................................................................................................ 121 Siyazisiza Trust ................................................................................................................... 122 Sizanani Advisory Services ................................................................................................... 123 Small and Medium Enterprise Development Programme (SMEDP) ........................................... 124 Small Scale Mining Directorate ............................................................................................. 125 Social Plan.......................................................................................................................... 126 South African Breweries (SAB) - Kickstart Competition ........................................................... 127 South African Women in Mining Association (SAWIMA) .......................................................... 128 Strategic Investment Programme ......................................................................................... 129 Support Programme for Industrial Innovation (SPII) - Matching Scheme.................................. 130 Support Programme for Industrial Innovation (SPII) - Partnership Scheme .............................. 132 Support Programme for Industrial Innovation (SPII) - Product Process Development (PPD) Scheme ........................................................................................................................ 134 Swiss South Africa Co-operation Initiative (SSACI) ................................................................. 136 Technology Advancement Programme .................................................................................. 137 Technology and Human Resources for Industry Programme (THRIP)....................................... 139 Technology for Women in Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme ..................... 141

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Technology Transfer for Social Impact .................................................................................. 142 Technoserve (TNS) ............................................................................................................. 143 Tourism Business Development............................................................................................ 144 Tourism Enterprise Programme (TEP) ................................................................................... 145 Tourism KZN - Information and Knowledge Management ....................................................... 147 Tourism KZN - Marketing Partnership Programme.................................................................. 148 Tourism KZN - Registration .................................................................................................. 149 Tourism KZN - SMME Support Programme ............................................................................ 150 Umcebo Trust..................................................................................................................... 151 Umsobomvu - Business Development Services Vouchers Programme (BDSVP) ......................... 152 Umsobomvu - School to Work .............................................................................................. 153 Umsobomvu - Skills Development and Transfer Programme.................................................... 154 Umthombo Small Business Services Coop.............................................................................. 155 United States Agency for International Development (USAID)................................................. 156 Vukuzakhe Programme........................................................................................................ 157 Water Research Commission (WRC) ..................................................................................... 158 ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre ........................................................................... 159

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Aberdare Pietermaritzburg Organisation/Department

Aberdare Cables

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Equipment, rent-free premises, stationery, training and administration

Summary of Programme

The company provides loans and gives assistance with training and administration. They help to set up businesses of non-core operators that they can then do business with. For example, the on-site canteen, manufacturers of wooden drums for cables and a workshop for the disabled.

Funding Information Total available in program

Aberdare spent about R500,000 in the last 3 years.

Programme Criteria Previously disadvantaged

Must be 100% Black-owned

Other

Must meet the company's non-core needs

Application Procedure Description of procedure

No formal application procedure. Aberdare are pro-active in approaching prospective small business holders, but would listen to new ideas.

Feedback required

On-going on site

Contact Details Contact Name

Erica da Silva

Position

HR Manager

Telephone No.

033 845-3200

Fax No.

033 386-1307 or 033 346-0039

Postal Address

P O Box 188, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Physical Address

Murray Road, Mkondeni, Pietermaritzburg

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.aberdare.co.za/branches

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ABSA Group Foundation Organisation/Department

ABSA Bank

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training and development skills

Summary of Programme

The Foundation supports projects that target the informal sector with special emphasis on women and the disabled. The main focus is on skills development linked to an existing project, start-up capital, equipment and mentorship.

Funding Information Comments

R80,000 to R250,000 per project

Programme Criteria Previously disadvantaged

Special emphasis on women and the disabled in the informal sector. Preference is also given to groups.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

The project submits a proposal, which is subject to a review process i.e. status/registration of the organisation; project location; budget; management information and project plan. If it fits the Foundation's criteria, it is invited to apply. Application forms are not provided up-front due to the detail involved.

Feedback required

If funding is provided, 6-monthly reports are required.

Copy of Application form

Only available after an initial proposal is submitted and accepted.

Contact Details Contact Name

Marcia Zungu

Position

CSI Consultant

Telephone

031 310-2053

Fax

031 337-7415

Postal Address

P O Box 2952, Durban, 4000

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.absa.co.za

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ABSA Small Business Funding Organisation/Department

ABSA Bank

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Guidance on business plans and cash flow projections

Summary of Programme

Finance small businesses with loans ranging from R5,000 to R500,000. Terms are 3 to 60 months.

Funding Information Funding Information

Loans range from R5,000 to R500,000

Total available in programme

R30 million

Programme Criteria Exclusions

White businesses are excluded; must be 100% BEE

Business requirements

Must have an ABSA Bank account and there must be full time involvement.

Previously disadvantaged

BEE required

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Copy of Application form

Payout done on submission of invoice. Investments committee meet weekly to decide on application approval or decline. Client to provide financial performance report monthly. Loans are subject to annual reviews. Fax, post or e-mail

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Fax, post or e-mail

Feedback required

Contact Details Contact Name

Carmen Messeur

Position

Fund Portfolio Manager

Telephone No.

011 350-4781

Fax No.

011 350-7049

Physical Address

22nd Floor, 160 Main Street, ABSA Towers, Johannesburg, 2000

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.absa.co.za

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ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP) Organisation/Department

Africa Co-operative Action Trust (ACAT)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, Mentorship, Advice

Summary of Programme

EDP empowers targeted rural entrepreneurs and their families to improve their quality of life through small profitable enterprises and by stimulating local economic activities. Services include small loans and training in business skills. EDP address the constraints of the rural family by: (1) Identifying and interacting with those that the community identify are poor. (2) Address home food security through home gardens. (3) Establish survivalist start-up businesses thereby increasing economic activity. (4) Train and involve community volunteers. (5) Facilitate the establishment of community structures. (6) Mainstream HIV & AIDS awareness into the programme. (7) Capacitate programme participants in life skills. (8) Expose those that choose, to a Christian lifestyle.

Funding Information Funding Information

R300 - R3000 per group/individual

Total available in programme

First to group, then to individuals within the group, progressively

Programme Criteria Exclusions

The only participants are the identified poor in the community.

Region

11 districts in KwaZulu-Natal - see website www.acatkzn.co.za

Business requirements

Programme sets requirements for each group

Previously disadvantaged

All participants are the previously disadvantaged.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

The programme is only available in the 11 districts we serve, and the participants are initially identified by the participating community. ACAT operates in 17 areas of 30km radius each in scattered deep rural areas of KwaZulu-Natal (in 7 of the 11 Magisterial Districts). ACAT’s centre is at Lidgetton – near Howick and Pietermaritzburg. The areas covered are indicated on a map that can be found on the ACAT website on www.acatkzn.co.za.

Feedback required

Feedback by ACAT Extension Officers

Copy of Application form

Restricted to participants

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Restricted to participants

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Contact Details Contact Name

Gerald Dedekind

Position

Director

Telephone

033 234-4223

Fax

033 234-4033

Postal Address

P O Box 943, Howick, 3290

Physical Address

1 Market Road, Lidgetton

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.acatkzn.co.za

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Ackermans PnP Foundation Organisation/Department

Pick 'n Pay

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Nature of assistance

Grants and loans

Summary of Programme

The foundation aims to make a measurable contribution to sustainable development skills by enhancing and developing skills and by supporting projects which encourage entrepreneurship, self reliance and provide employment opportunities.

Funding Information Comments

The amounts vary depending on the need and nature of the application.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Matching funding

Projects that involve competitions, tours, political organisations, individuals and infrastructure are excluded. The project must create jobs and must be within the borders of South Africa. Not a prerequisite but may be required

Previously disadvantaged

Depends on the fund i.e. the BEE Fund

Business requirements

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

Submit a brief description of the concept and the requirements e.g. project goals and background, beneficiaries, sustainability details, performance indicators, timeline, costings etc. Following an initial assessment, if appropriate, an application form will be sent to the applicant. Financial statements may be required on a regular basis depending on the project.

Contact Details Position

Social Investments

Telephone

021 658-1000

Fax

021 683-2514

Postal Address

P O Box 23087, Claremont, 7735

Physical Address

Pick 'n Pay Office Park, 101 Rosemead Avenue, Kenilworth, 7708

Website Address

www.pnp.co.za

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Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund (AAAF) Organisation/Department

Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund (AAAF)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

AAAF is a private equity fund, able to invest equity and quasi-equity of between US$4m and US$15m. It mainly seeks majority shareholdings, looks for a commercial return on its funds plus the ability to exit after 4-7 years. AAAF is able to invest in a wide range of agri-businesses but prefers not to invest in start-ups nor in commodity producers - it seeks businesses with brands, intellectual property, and/or strong long-term profitability. Funding is on commercial terms.

Funding Information Funding Information

Rand equivalent of US$15 million (about R100 million)

Maximum per application

Minimum of US$4 million (R28 million equivalent)

Total available in programme

US$100 million

Source of funding

CDC Group PLC

Programme Criteria Industry

Agriculture

Business requirements

No start-ups

Matching funding

A meaningful contribution will be sought from management/sponsor

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Send your business plan (including recent audited accounts) to Huw Williams, Actis, P O Box 2396, Saxonwold 2132 or email [email protected] advising amount sought and your proposed valuation of your business.

Feedback required

Post-investment we expect monthly CEO report and accounts.

Changes Comments

Programme ends 31/12/2008. New fund likely to follow.

Contact Details Contact Name

Huw Williams

Position

Investment Principal

Telephone No.

011 778-5911

Fax No.

011 327-7407

Postal Address

P O Box 2396, Saxonwold, 2132

Physical Address

1st floor, Cradock Heights, 21 Cradock Avenue, Rosebank 2196

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.act.is

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Agricultural Extension Support Programme Organisation/Department

KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice, mentorship and marketing assistance

Summary of Programme

Part of the Agrarian Revolution Programme. The Extension Programme provides free assistance to any farming activity if necessary. Extension officers are available to visit premises. Contact your nearest office of the Department.

Programme Criteria Industry

Agriculture and associated industries

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact your nearest office of the KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs.

Contact Details

Northern Region

Contact Name

Ms B B Xulu

Position

Acting Manager

Telephone No.

035 780-6700

Cell/Other No.

082 781-2672

Fax No.

035 789-5424

Postal Address

Private Bag X1040, Richards Bay, 3900

Physical Address

4th Floor, ABSA Building, Lake Terrace, Richards Bay

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dae.kzntl.gov.za

Contact Details

Southern Region

Contact Name

Anwar Cassim

Position

General Manager, Southern Region

Telephone No.

033 343-8300

Fax No.

033 343-4396

Postal Address

Private Bag X6005, Hilton, 3245

Physical Address

4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton

E-mail Address

[email protected] www.dae.kzntl.gov.za

Website Address

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Anglo Khula Mining Fund Organisation/Department

Anglo American / Khula Enterprise Finance

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice, strategy, financing, etc.

Summary of Programme

The fund facilitates entry of junior but commercially viable mining ventures into the mainstream mining sector. The fund assists businesses to grow through strategic guidance and skills transfer using a hands-on approach. It provides seed capital to assist with feasibility phases, which enables these companies to raise finance from commercial financiers. Equity will not exceed 49% of the issued share capital. The fund targets investments that will be co-funded with Anglo or one of its subsidiaries. Job creation with empowerment instruments or structures will be favourably considered. A clear exit strategy is required for the fund, including management buy-ins etc. Anglo Zimele acts as the fund manager.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R5 million

Total available in the programme

R40 million

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Investments shall only be applied to the acquisition of plant and equipment and the funding of working capital requirements.

Industry

Mining

Business requirements

Owners must be permanently involved in management and operations. Real rate of return of 15% minimum (net of fund management fees). Comply with legal requirements and Anglo American environmental and safety policies. The fund will have board representation.

Matching funding

Owners must contribute from their own resources.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Copy of Business plan/Framework

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A detailed formal business plan is required that contains the following: reserve statement, proposed drilling upgrade programme, mine plan, environmental impact assessment, processing plan, marketing plan, management team, corporate structure, financial model, and a strategic plan of the company including a proposed exit strategy for the fund and future fund raising ideas. A financial and technical due diligence will be conducted. Contact the office for details. No application form - see website Application Procedures http://www.anglozimele.co.za/content/hotspot_documents/ business_plan_outline.pdf

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Contact Details Contact Name

George Serobatse

Position

Anglo Khula Mining Fund Manager

Telephone No.

011 638-4172

Fax No.

011 638-5321

Postal Address

P O Box 61587, Marshalltown, 2107

Physical Address

44 Main Street, Johannesburg

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.anglozimele.co.za

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Apex Fund Capacity-Building Grants Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) through South African Micro Finance Apex Fund (SAMAF)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Capacity building

Summary of Programme

The Apex Fund aims to alleviate poverty in rural and peri-urban areas, by working through partner organisations. The Capacity-Building Grant is to support capacity development amongst NGO's, co-operatives etc. operating in these areas. The grant is made to partner organisations for them to align themselves with SAMAF.

Funding Information Comments

Funding only available to partner organisations, per individual needs. Negotiated between SAMAF and the partner organisation.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Individuals and consumption loans are excluded.

Region

Available to those in rural and peri-urban areas.

Industry

Finance

Business requirements

Finance poverty alleviation enterprises only. Business must have been operational for at least six months.

Previously disadvantaged

Preference for women and youth.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the KZN Provincial Co-ordinator c/o the Seda office in Durban.

Feedback required

The nature of feedback required will be communicated.

Copy of Application form

Contact the KZN Provincial Co-ordinator.

Contact Details Contact Name

Cedric Munthu Dube

Position

KZN Provincial Co-ordinator

Telephone No.

031 308-6300

Fax No.

031 309-6069

Cell/Other No.

084 433-8517

Postal Address

P O Box 47364, Red Hill, 4023

Physical Address

Suite 205, Ascot Park, 3 Ascot Street, Greyville, Durban

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

http://www.dti.gov.za/samaf/samaf.htm

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Apex Fund Micro Enterprise Development Loan Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) through South African Micro Finance Apex Fund (SAMAF)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business advice

Summary of Programme

The Apex Fund aims to alleviate poverty in rural and peri-urban areas, by working through partner organisations. The micro enterprise development loan of R2,500 - R10,000 is to support micro enterprises. Favourable interest rates apply. Finance is only available through partner organisations.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R2,500 - R10,000

Comments

Finance is only available through partner organisations.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Household income > R1,500, individuals and non-poverty focused programmes are excluded.

Region

Available to those in rural and peri-urban areas.

Business requirements

Finance is for micro enterprises only.

Previously disadvantaged

80% of the funding must go to women, youth and the disabled.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

For partner organisation status and your nearest partner organisation contact the KZN Provincial Co-ordinator. They will refer you to the closest partnering agent in your area. Savings records must be shown.

Feedback required

The nature of feedback required will be communicated.

Copy of Application form

Contact the KZN Provincial Co-ordinator.

Contact Details Contact Name

Cedric Munthu Dube

Position

KZN Provincial Co-ordinator

Telephone No.

031 308-6300

Fax No.

031 309-6069

Cell/Other No.

084 433-8517

Postal Address

P O Box 47364, Red Hill, 4023

Physical Address

Suite 205, Ascot Park, 3 Ascot Street, Greyville, Durban

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

http://www.dti.gov.za/samaf/samaf.htm

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Apex Fund Poverty Alleviation Loan Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) through South African Micro Finance Apex Fund (SAMAF)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business development support

Summary of Programme

The Apex Fund aims to alleviate poverty in rural and peri-urban areas, by working through partner organisations. The poverty alleviation loan of R100 to R2,000 is for households earning < R1,500 per month. Favourable interest rates apply.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R100 - R2,000

Comments

Only available to households earning less than R1,500 per month.

Total available in program

The amount available is as availed by the partner organisation.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Household income over R1,500, individuals and non-poverty focused programmes are excluded.

Region

Available to those in rural and peri-urban areas.

Business requirements

Household income should be less than R1,500 per month.

Previously disadvantaged

80% of the funding must go to women, youth and the disabled.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

For partner organisation status and your nearest partner organisation contact the KZN Provincial Co-ordinator. They will refer you to the closest partnering agent in your area.

Feedback required

The nature of feedback required will be communicated.

Copy of Application form

Contact the KZN Provincial Co-ordinator.

Contact Details Contact Name

Cedric Munthu Dube

Position

KZN Provincial Co-ordinator

Telephone No.

031 308-6300

Fax No.

031 309-6069

Cell/Other No.

084 433-8517

Postal Address

P O Box 47364, Red Hill, 4023

Physical Address

Suite 205, Ascot Park, 3 Ascot Street, Greyville, Durban

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

http://www.dti.gov.za/samaf/samaf.htm

KZN Department of Economic Development

23

Artisanal Small Scale Mining (ASSM) Training School Organisation/Department

Mintek

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

Basic training is given in mining, processing and business skills. Two-week courses are run at Mintek and at satellite venues e.g. Northern KZN. Costs of the following are covered: travel to the course, accommodation (if the course is run at Mintek), food and an allowance.

Funding Information Comments

An allowance of approximately R4,000 per learner is given.

Source of funding

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs / Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)

Programme Criteria Industry

Mining

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the application form and fax back to the office. They will contact you if you are successful.

Window periods for applying

The committee sits monthly to consider applications.

Copy of Application form

Phone for a copy to be posted to you.

Contact Details Contact Name

Rakwena Mogoai

Position

Training Officer

Telephone No.

011 709-4713

Fax No.

011 709-4581

Postal Address

Private Bag X3015, Randburg, 2125

Physical Address

200 Hans Strijdom Drive, Strijdompark, Randburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.mintek.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

24

Arts and Culture Trust Organisation/Department

Arts and Culture Trust (ACT)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The programme provides funding for projects and bursaries. Projects must be in arts and culture. Funding covers administration, education, craft, theatre, new media etc. The programme considers merit, impact, development, sustainability, capacity and profile. Focus areas are job creation, creative skills management, cultural diversity awareness and understanding, and cultural tourism and marketing.

Funding Information Comments

Funding varies

Source of funding

Department of Arts and Culture (DAC), Nedbank, Sun International, Vodacom, Royal Netherlands Embassy

Programme Criteria Industry

Arts and culture

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Application must be made on the prescribed form. Request from the offices or obtain off the website.

Window periods for applying

Applications are accepted during the first to second quarter annually.

Feedback required

Feedback is required every 6 months.

Copy of Application form

See the website or contact the offices.

Contact Details Contact Name

Ashraf Johaardien

Position

General Manager

Telephone No.

011 802-7646

Fax No.

011 802-1817

Postal Address

Postnet Suite 354, Private Bag X29, Gallo Manor, 2052

Physical Address

Building 16, Woodland Office Park, Western Service Rd, Woodmead, Johannesburg

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.act.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

25

Arts Development Funding Scheme Organisation/Department

National Arts Council of South Africa

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Funding is provided across a wide range of arts to individuals, groups, institutions and companies, in order to promote the arts. The organisation must be formally registered - sole proprietors are excluded. Areas covered are: craft, dance, literature, music, theatre, visual arts and multi-discipline.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R250,000

Source of funding

Department of Arts and Culture

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Sole proprietors are excluded.

Industry

Arts and crafts

Business requirements

The business must be formally registered (not a sole proprietor).

Other

An individual must be a South African citizen and over 18 years of age.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the appropriate application form and mail or fax to the office.

Window periods for applying

Usually 1 July to 30 September

Copy of Application form

Website: www.nac.org.za/fundingApplicationForms.htm

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Website: www.nac.org.za/fundingApplicationForms.htm

Contact Details Contact Name

Peter Tshabalala

Position

Acting Arts Development Manager

Telephone No.

011 838-1383

Fax No.

011 838-6363

Postal Address

P O Box 500, Newtown, Johannesburg, 2113

Physical Address E-mail Address

66 Margaret Mcingana St (cnr Gwigwi Mrwebi), Newtown, Johannesburg [email protected]

Website Address

www.nac.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

26

AusAUD Small Activities Scheme (SAS) Organisation/Department

Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Support for community-based activities being implemented by NGOs and NPO's which promote sustainable economic and social development by: meeting basic humanitarian needs; assisting in the accelerated economic and social development of disadvantaged communities and other activities which complement the broader Australian development assistance program in Africa.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R200,000

Comments

All projects of 12 months duration - no multi-year projects

Total available in programme

R1,6 million per year

Source of funding

Australian Government

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Organisations not registered as an NPO or NGO

Business requirements

Only available to registered NPO and NGOs

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

Assessment and selection of projects under SAS is at the discretion of the AusAID Section of the Australian High Commission in Pretoria. Funding requests are accepted throughout the year and selection meetings are held 3 time a year - details of the timing of selection meetings are available in the SAS Guidelines obtainable from the Australian High Commission in Pretoria. Six monthly report and acquittal, and a completion report and acquittal.

Copy of Application form

SAS Guidelines available by fax, post and / or e-mail from Administrator.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

SAS Guidelines available by fax, post and / or e-mail from Administrator.

Contact Details Contact Name

Anne Creux

Position

Programme Officer

Telephone No.

012 423-6173

Fax No.

012 342-4201

Postal Address

Australian High Commission, Private Bag X150, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

292 Orient Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.ausaid.gov.au

KZN Department of Economic Development

27

Barloworld ARTWORKS Organisation/Department

Barloworld in association with Business and Arts South Africa (BASA)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentoring

Summary of Programme

Barloworld ARTWORKS provides a business mentor to arts organisations who apply for a business mentor and meet the criteria of the programme. Ideally the arts organisation should have a business plan and have been operational for at least two years. Business mentors are provided to senior managers to further their professional development. All mentors are volunteers and lend a few hours a month to advise their mentee.

Programme Criteria Industry

Arts

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Mentor and mentee applications available from the BASA website at www.basa.co.za under Barloworld ARTWORKS. A BASA representative interviews potential mentors and mentees and matches suitable candidates.

Feedback required

Written or oral feedback after each meeting and a 6-monthly report.

Copy of Application form

www.basa.co.za

Contact Details Contact Name

Nicky du Plessis

Position

BASA KZN representative

Telephone No.

082 901-0735

Postal Address

Postnet Suite 234, Private Bag V10, Musgrave, 4062

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.basa.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

28

Black Business Supplier Development Programme (BBSDP) Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, marketing, mentoring, etc.

Summary of Programme

The aim of the scheme is to grow black-owned enterprises. It is a cost sharing grant scheme for private sector firms to improve competitiveness, build capacity and improve productivity e.g. train managers, improve management systems such as ISO, build specialised skills for employees, and give marketing support.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R100,000

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Maximum turnover R12 million; operating at least 1 year; good growth potential; registered with SARS.

Previously disadvantaged

Black ownership is a requirement.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the application form. Submit with a detailed business plan and a tax clearance certificate (from SARS) and give three proposals and quotes for each activity for which you are applying.

Copy of Application form

Website - scroll to BEE; scroll to BBSDP; download the form

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Website - scroll to BEE; scroll to BBSDP; download the form

Contact Details Contact Name

Gabriel Makhonxa

Position

Programme Manager

Telephone No.

012 394-1438

Fax No.

012 394-2438

Postal Address

Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

6th Floor Fedlife Building, cnr Church and Prinsloo St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) Supporting Grant Scheme Organisation/Department

Business and Arts South Africa (BASA)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice, drafting of proposals

Summary of Programme

The scheme is designed to attract funding or in-kind support from the business sector to the arts, by offering a grant to the arts project, specifically to provide additional marketing or other benefits for the business sponsor. The applicant, preferably an individual/group or NGO, must bring a product or concept to BASA and BASA will assist in developing that concept and finding a business sponsor. Applicants need to work with potential sponsors to identify mutual benefits. The scheme does not cap budgets or another form of public subsidy. BASA also profiles the arts through the media.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R100,000

Comments

Only available to leverage other business sponsorship. Funding depends on project budget and project needs.

Total available in program

R4 million per year

Source of funding

Department of Arts and Culture and private companies

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Film, seed funding, operational costs, salaries and acting fees are excluded.

Industry

Arts and culture

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Fill in standard form. Do comprehensive budget showing income and expenditure. Provide proof of registration. Applications must be submitted 12 weeks before the start of a project.

Window periods for applying

Reviews are held every 6 to 8 weeks.

Feedback required

Report back to be submitted 3 months after a project.

Copy of Application form

Contact the offices for a copy of the form.

Contact Details Contact Name

Tsholo Tshepe

Position

Project Administrator

Telephone No.

011 832-3000

Fax No.

011 832-3040

Postal Address

P O Box 42865, Fordsburg, 2033

Physical Address

3rd floor, 23 The Mills, 66 Carr Street, Newtown

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.basa.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

30

Business Partners Organisation/Department

Business Partners

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentoring and counseling

Summary of Programme

Business Partners facilitates funding of new businesses, takeovers, expansion programs, MBO's and property projects. Investment from R250,000 - R15 million.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R15 million

Total available in program

R600 million per annum (nationally)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

On-lending and agriculture are excluded.

Business requirements

Viability is the cornerstone of the investment decision.

Previously disadvantaged

Preference but not a requirement

Application Procedure Description of procedure

To enable Business Partners to make an informed decision, a business plan is required. Once the viability of the project is investigated, a decision will be taken. Funding is normally over a period of 5 years. The price of the funding depends on the risk associated with the transaction.

Feedback required

There is regular contact between the investment officer and the applicant.

Copy of Application form

Fax, write or see website

Contact Details Contact Name

Byron Jeacocks

Position

Chief Operating Officer

Telephone No.

031 240-7700

Fax No.

031 266-7286

Postal Address

P O Box 636, Westville, 3630

Physical Address

23 Jan Hofmeyr Street, Westville

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.businesspartners.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

31

Business Partners Khula Start-up Fund Organisation/Department

Business Partners

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentoring and counseling

Summary of Programme

This fund assists entrepreneurs to open new businesses and provides early stage expansion funding (R250,000 to R3 million). Cater for most industries. Less stringent requirements in respect of security and own contribution. Strong value-adding support.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R3 million

Total available in program

R150 million (a five year fund)

Source of funding

Business Partners and Khula Finance Corporation

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Primary agriculture, on-lending, sin industries and properties are excluded.

Business requirements

Viability is the cornerstone of the investment decision.

Previously disadvantaged

Focus on females and others

Application Procedure Description of procedure

To enable Business Partners to make an informed decision, a business plan is required. Once the viability of the project is investigated, a decision will be taken. Funding is normally over a period of 5 years. The price of the funding depends on the risk associated with the transaction.

Window periods for applying

Applications are entertained throughout the year.

Feedback required

There is regular contact between the investment officer and the applicant.

Copy of Application form

Fax, write or see website

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Fax, write or see website

Contact Details Contact Name

Xolani Meva

Position

Chief Operating Officer

Telephone No.

031 240-7700

Fax No.

031 266-7286

Postal Address

P O Box 636, Westville, 3630

Physical Address

23 Jan Hofmeyr Street, Westville

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.businesspartners.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

32

Business Partners Umsobomvu Franchise Fund Organisation/Department

Business Partners

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentoring and counseling

Summary of Programme

The fund assists young entrepreneurs to obtain funding for a franchised business (from R250,000 to R3 million). Cater for most industries. Less stringent requirements in respect of security and own contribution. Strong value-adding support.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R3 million

Total available in program

R125 million (a five year fund)

Source of funding

Business Partners and Umsobomvu Youth Fund

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Non-franchised businesses, on-lending, sin industries and agriculture are excluded.

Business requirements

Viability is the cornerstone of the investment decision.

Previously disadvantaged

Focus on youth from 18 - 35 years and females

Application Procedure Description of procedure

To enable Business Partners to make an informed decision, a business plan is required. Once the viability of the project is investigated, a decision will be taken. Funding is normally over a period of 5 years. The price of the funding depends on the risk associated with the transaction.

Feedback required

There is regular contact between the investment officer and the applicant.

Copy of Application form

Write in, fax or see the website

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Write in, fax or see the website

Contact Details Contact Name

Eric Rosen

Position

Chief Operating Officer

Telephone No.

031 240-7700

Fax No.

031 266-7286

Postal Address

P O Box 636, Westville, 3630

Physical Address

23 Jan Hofmeyr St, Westville

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.businesspartners.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

33

Business-to-Business Programme (B2B) Organisation/Department

Royal Danish Embassy

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentorship and training

Summary of Programme

The objective of the B2B programme is to strengthen small and medium sized South African businesses in line with the BEE Act of 2003. This is achieved through capacity building and transfer of skills, know-how and technology that are provided directly by a Danish partner company in the same line of business and financed by the B2B programme. There are three phases: preparatory, start-up and project.

Funding Information Comments

Funding depends on the type of application. Please contact B2B office at the Royal Danish Embassy in Pretoria.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Excludes micro enterprises (4 or less employees) and the following industries: alcohol, tobacco, armaments and gambling.

Business requirements

The business must have more than 4 employees.

Matching funding

10% from the applicant in some cases

Previously disadvantaged

Minimum 25.1% Black ownership required

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Please contact the B2B office at the Royal Danish Embassy in Pretoria.

Feedback required

Quarterly feedback is required for projects.

Copy of Application form

Request by e-mail: [email protected]

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Request by e-mail: [email protected]

Contact Details Contact Name

Niels Evendt

Position

Counselor: B2B

Telephone No.

012 430-9340

Fax No.

012 342-7620

Postal Address

P O Box 11439, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0028

Physical Address

Iparioli Office Park, 1166 Park St, Hatfield, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.psdprogramme.dk

KZN Department of Economic Development

34

Coastal KZN College Organisation/Department

Coastal KZN College

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

The college offers subsidised training to individuals to improve their business skills. Courses generally last 5 weeks and cover business plans, research, feasibility studies and other business skills. Classes may be conducted on the applicant’s premises. Phase two of the training offers onsite assistance. A maximum of 20 students are taken per programme and a maximum of 120 students are trained per year. Training takes place on a quarterly basis starting in January.

Programme Criteria Industry

Any industry, although the focus is on manufacturing and service.

Matching funding

Payment of R150 / R200 per student is required.

Previously disadvantaged

Anyone can apply but preference is given to previously disadvantaged individuals.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Arrange an appointment to call in at the college for an interview. Once the level of knowledge and requirements are determined, an application form is provided.

Window periods for applying

Applications may be made at any time.

Contact Details Contact Name

Fikile Kubheka

Position

Project Manager

Telephone No.

031 462-2333

Fax No.

031 462-3230

Postal Address

P O Box 32050, Mobeni, 4016

Physical Address

Swinton Campus, Swinton Road, Mobeni

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.coastalkzn.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

35

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa (CURSA) Organisation/Department

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa (CURSA)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

Offer training and assistance in the following areas: entrepreneurship, tendering and how to start a business. Donors fund the training and availability is determined by the level of funding. Training takes place on the learners' premises and generally lasts for a period of three weeks to one month.

Funding Information Source of funding

Donors

Programme Criteria Industry

Mining, construction and tourism

Application Procedure Description of procedure

E-mail or write to CURSA with details of your requirements.

Feedback required

Mentor provides feedback and completes an assessment to determine effectiveness of training.

Contact Details Contact Name

Mr Linda Khanyi

Position

Centre Manager

Telephone No.

034 983-2229 / 082 476-8834

Fax No.

034 983-2229

Postal Address

Private Bag X10237, Vryheid, 3100

Physical Address

4887 Seventh Avenue, Bhekuzulu, Vryheid

E-mail Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

36

Critical Infrastructure Programme Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The programme provides a cash grant of up to 30% of qualifying costs for critical infrastructure projects. It pays for costs incurred directly in installation, construction and erection of infrastructure; remuneration; materials consumed; equipment used; new capital terms for construction and commission phases; commissioning etc. The aim is to improve the competitiveness of industries, achieve geographic spread, etc.

Funding Information Comments

Up to 30% of qualifying costs are funded.

Programme Criteria Industry

Infrastructure (road, rail, electricity, telecom, sewerage, waste, fuel)

Matching funding

The applicant must fund at least 70% of the cost.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Durban office or the national helpline on 0861 843-384. Obtain an information brochure, guidelines and an application form. Attach a detailed project proposal and proof of business registration.

Copy of Application form

www.thedti.gov.za

Copy of Business plan/Framework

www.thedti.gov.za

Contact Details Contact Name

Rajeshri Sardha

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

031 305-3389

Fax No.

031 305-2804

Postal Address

P O Box 3189, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

135 Victoria Embankment, Durban (cnr Fenton Lane)

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

37

CSIR Biosciences Process and Product Development Programme Organisation/Department

CSIR Biosciences

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentorship

Summary of Programme

The programme provides "low key" assistance for food processing projects to help assess the business plan, concept, the marketing strategy and finding funding.

Funding Information Source of funding

Department of Science and Technology - Poverty Relief Programme

Programme Criteria Industry

Food processing (SIC 30)

Other

The project must have business possibilities

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Telephone or e-mail for an initial discussion

Feedback required

Depends on the project

Contact Details Contact Name

Dave Harcourt

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

012 841-2516

Fax No.

012 841-3011

Postal Address

P O Box 395, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

CSIR Campus, Meiring Naude Road, Brummeria, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.csir.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

38

DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Affirmative Procurement Organisation/Department

DaimlerChrysler South Africa

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Skills transfer, technology, capacity building and resources.

Summary of Programme

The programme assists unemployed PDI's to become suppliers to the company through advice, training and the use of their resources.

Funding Information Comments

Each case is considered on its own merits.

Programme Criteria Industry

Manufacturing and service

Business requirements

Relevance to core competencies and feasibility

Matching funding

Based on business proposal and viability

Previously disadvantaged

Required

Application Procedure Description of procedure Feedback required

Presentation of idea, verification, due diligence, adjudication by Committee and feedback within 21 days. Written reports are required

Contact Details Contact Name

Bethrum Dzonzi

Position

Group CSR Specialist

Telephone

012 677-1927

Fax

012 677-1714

Postal Address

P O Box 1717, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

M10 West, Wierda Road, Zwartkop, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.daimlerchrysler.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

39

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) Tourism Business Booklet Organisation/Department

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice and referral

Summary of Programme

The Department will provide a free copy of the booklet "How to Start and Grow your own Tourism Business" to anyone seeking information about the tourism business development programme and incentives. The booklet provides details on where to obtain funding and assistance and gives advice on running a tourism business.

Programme Criteria Industry

Tourism

Application Procedure Description of procedure

A copy of the booklet can be obtained from the website, or it can be requested via email, post or telephone.

Contact Details Contact Name

Providence Rapoo/ Tlhopane Nthatisi/ Xoliswa Nyikana

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

012 310-3876/ 012 310-3875 / 012 310-3925

Fax No.

012 320-4740

Postal Address

Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Fedsure Building, cnr van der Walt and Pretorius St, Pretoria

Email Address

[email protected]/ [email protected]/[email protected]

Website Address

www.DEAT.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

40

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) General Services Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice, registration, patents, funding applications etc.

Summary of Programme

In addition to its various funding programmes (EMIA, BBSDP, SMEDP, Seda, etc.), the DTI provides a wide range of services to businesses. These include: company registration and patents (through CIPRO), regulatory bodies (Competition Commission and Micro Finance), Proudly South African campaign and others. These institutions and bodies offer free advice and can refer you to lawyers etc.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Durban office or the national helpline on 0861 843-384 or the Seda helpline on 0860 103-703.

Contact Details Contact Name

Rajeshri Sardha

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

031 305-3389

Fax No.

031 305-2804

Postal Address

P O Box 3189, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

135 Victoria Embankment, Durban (cnr Fenton Lane)

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

41

Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Corporate Finance Unit Organisation/Department

Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA): Private Sector Investment (PSI): Corporate Finance Unit (CFU)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technical assistance grants and development advice

Summary of Programme

The DBSA's Corporate Finance Unit (CFU) caters for empowerment financing, specifically mergers and acquisitions by BEE groups.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R500 million maximum (DBSA portion for loans); R500,000 (DBSA portion for grants)

Comments

No maximum limit - the maximum is determined on a project specific basis according to risk rating and financial viability. R10 million is the minimum loan amount.

Total available in program

Amounts relate to specific projects and are indicative only.

Source of funding

Various

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Luxury residential development, arms, tobacco and casinos are excluded.

Business requirements

Ability to provide securities if required

Matching funding

Sponsors: 50% of value of grant and >10% of value of project (equity portion)

Previously disadvantaged

Specialises in BEE

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Comprehensive investment memorandum/business plan with detailed financial analysis (projected income statement, cash flows for duration of loan, balance sheet, profit ratios etc.) with application to receive approval based on mandate fit. Full due diligence follows the mandate approval, under the guidance of an allocated investment officer.

Copy of Business Plan/Framework

On request - there is no application form

Contact Details Contact Name

Mr E Du Toit

Position

Manager: CFU

Telephone No.

011 313-3935

Fax No.

011 206-3935

Postal Address

P O Box 1234, Halfway House, 1685

Physical Address

Lever Rd, Headway Hill, Midrand

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dbsa.org

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Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Project Finance SA Organisation/Department

Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA): Private Sector Investment (PSI): Project Finance SA (PFSA)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technical assistance grants and development advice

Summary of Programme

Project Finance SA co-finances private sector clients and public private partnerships (PPP's) within the broad DBSA guidelines of infrastructure finance at market-related interest rates, but with capital repayment grace and a loan tenor to match the needs of the project. Various instruments can be considered, including equity and support to empowerment groups, subject to a contribution by the sponsors and a detailed due diligence which addresses financial, socio-economic, legal, market, environmental and technical project-related issues. Gearing is determined by the nature of the project (potential project cash flows, loan tenor and sector).

Funding Information Maximum per application

R500 million maximum (DBSA portion for loans); R500,000 (DBSA portion for grants)

Comments

R10 million is the minimum for loans

Total available in program

Amounts relate to specific projects and are indicative only.

Source of funding

Various

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Luxury residential development, arms, tobacco and casinos are excluded.

Business requirements

Ability to provide securities if required

Matching funding

Sponsors: 50% of value of grant and >10% of value of project (equity portion)

Previously disadvantaged

20% BEE preferred but not mandatory

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Comprehensive investment memorandum/business plan with detailed financial analysis (projected income statement, cash flows for duration of loan, balance sheet, profit ratios etc.) with application to receive approval based on mandate fit. Full due diligence follows mandate approval under guidance of allocated investment officer.

Copy of Business Plan/Framework

On request - there is no application form

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Contact Details Contact Name

Mr T P Nchocho

Position

Manager: PFSA

Telephone No.

011 313-3075

Fax No.

011 206-3075

Postal Address

P O Box 1234, Halfway House, 1685

Physical Address

Lever Rd, Headway Hill, Midrand

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dbsa.org

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Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology (DACT) Organisation/Department

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology (DACT)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, mentorship and incubating

Summary of Programme

DACT provides a training/incubating facility where entrepreneurs in the aluminium casting industry can successfully grow to independence. DACT is a centre of activity for information and assistance in ensuring viable operation. Services include: rental of space; access to state of the art equipment and raw materials; mentorship and technical assistance; training and accounting; access to markets; management; administrative and strategic assistance. Training takes 4 months. Intake depends on budget and availability. Maximum 10 groups.

Funding Information Source of funding

Supported by GODISA, sponsored by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) as well as Seda / KZNMac (Richards Bay)

Programme Criteria Industry

Aluminium

Region

Richards Bay

Matching funding

Trainees need to get to the facility and support themselves during training.

Other

Applicants must have matric maths and science, the ability to read threedimensional drawings, and must fit the entrepreneurial profile.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Programme is advertised in the local media. Alternatively visit the centre or contact them telephonically. Extensive assessment is conducted for suitability.

Window periods for applying

Depends on availability of the facility

Feedback required

On-going feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

Make enquiry first - tests are conducted and an application form is provided if candidate is deemed potentially suitable.

Contact Details Contact Name

Margaretha de Clercq

Position

CEO

Telephone No.

035 797-1500

Fax No.

035 797-3050

Postal Address

P O Box 1748, Richards Bay, 3900

Physical Address

ZCBF Techno Park, South Arterial Road, Alton, Richards Bay

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dact.co.za

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eGoliBIO Incubator Trust Organisation/Department

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Incubation / start-up support

Summary of Programme

eGoliBIO is a biotechnology business incubator created to support biotech start-ups in the Gauteng region. They do however support off-site clients in other regions. They work closely with the BioPAD BRIC with whom they have established a jointly managed Seed Capital Fund. Their aim is to meet the need for the provision of support and guidance to technology inventors who lack experience and expertise in the processes of technology commercialisation and business creation (e.g. university-based scientists).

Funding Information Maximum per application

R1 million

Comments

Maximum allowed for successful Seed Fund Applicant

Total available in program

R3 million per annum

Programme Criteria Industry

Biotechnology

Region

Gauteng, although they are willing to provide guidance and support to offsite clients in other regions.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

An application form is available on the eGoliBIO website. Processing typically takes 4 – 8 weeks.

Copy of Application form

Application form available on the website

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Completion of application form with at least 50% of the entry criteria being met

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Charles Dettman

Position

CEO

Telephone No.

011 605-2941

Fax No.

011 605-2943

Physical Address

P O Box 398, Modderfontein, 1645

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.egolibio.co.za

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eThekwini Grant and Aid Organisation/Department

eThekwini Municipality

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Approximately 1% of the budgeted income of the eThekwini Municipality is allocated to socio-economic programmes and projects that aim to address poverty and other social imbalances. Publicity and awareness via road shows and media advertising call for applications. These are generally received through Council offices and the Sub-Committee then makes recommendations to the Executive Committee. Assistance is provided in the form of goods and cash to assist NGO's and CBO's to do their work and ultimately improve the quality of life for those communities. This programme reduces the burden on the City to provide these essential community services. Income generating programs that directly alleviate poverty are widely supported e.g. funds to set up a sewing enterprise.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R5,000

Comments

Generally R5,000 but all requests will be considered.

Total available in program

Approx 1% of income, which was about R4 million in 2004/5.

Source of funding

eThekwini Municipality

Programme Criteria Region

eThekwini Municipality only

Business requirements

Organisations must have a constitution, a democratically elected structure, terms of office, a dissolution clause, a bank statement, records of meetings and it must be non-profit making. Preference is given to youth and women but this is not a pre-requisite.

Previously disadvantaged Application Procedure Description of procedure

Submit entry via local Councilors, Regional Centres or directly to the Community Participation and Action Support Office in Pinetown.

Window periods for applying

Allocations are made once a year.

Feedback required

Quality progress report required

Copy of Application form

Obtain from Municipal offices

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Obtain from Municipal offices

Contact Details Contact Name

Ntsiki Magwaze

Position

Head: Community Participation and Action Support Unit

Telephone No.

031 718-2337

Fax No.

031 718-2360

Postal Address

P O Box 49, Pinetown, 3600

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.durban.gov.za

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Export Marketing and Investment Assistance (EMIA) Missions Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

EMIA partially compensates exporters for costs of developing export markets for products or services. Missions are held each year, either inward buying or outward selling, in various countries. EMIA benefits for approved participants include economy class airfares (maximum R10,000 for historically disadvantaged and SMME companies and R5,000 for other companies), a daily allowance of R1,350 per day (excluding weekends and public holidays) for Outward Bound Missions and Bed and Breakfast up to R800 per day for Inward Bound Missions (excluding weekends and public holidays).

Funding Information Maximum per application

Determined by airfare quotes, size of companies and duration of mission

Comments

No incentives available from 10 December to 10 January. Maximum four applications per company per year.

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) - Trade and Investment South Africa (TISA)

Programme Criteria Industry

Manufacture, export and service-related industries such as tourism, film and TV, ICT and consulting engineers

Business requirements

Company must be export ready and registered with SARS.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

Obtain Mission Guidelines and the application forms for the scheme you want to apply for. Post with all required supporting documents such as audited financials, tax clearance, company registration etc. Apply in advance. Report back within three and six months of event.

Copy of Application form

www.thedti.gov.za or directly from EMIA

Copy of Business plan/Framework

www.thedti.gov.za or directly from EMIA

Contact Details Contact Name

Corne du Plessis

Position

Deputy Director

Telephone No.

012 394-1020

Fax No.

012 394-0114

Postal Address

Private Bag X84, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

77 Meintjies Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

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First National Bank (FNB) Umsobomvu Youth Fund (Progress Fund) Organisation/Department

First National Bank (FNB)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentorship

Summary of Programme

FNB in partnership with the Umsobomvu Youth Fund, provides financing to PDI's under the age of 35 for management buy-ins, management buy-outs, BEE deals, expansion finance, etc. The support of a network of mentors is also available nationwide through FNB's partnership with Enterprise Support.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R8 million

Comments Total available in programme

Minimum R100,000. Customised financing packages include term loans, asset-based finance and overdrafts. R360 million

Source of funding

Umsobomvu and First National Bank (FNB)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

The fund only finances deals for PDI's under the age of 35

Previously disadvantaged

BEE and youth (18-35 years of age)

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Copy of Application form

Complete application form (which can be obtained from a Relationship Manager at your nearest FNB branch or downloaded from the FNB website). Provide all requested information to your Relationship Manager. Umsobomvu can assist with drafting of business plans. www.fnb.co.za/commercial/accessfinance/specialfinance/index.html

Contact Details Telephone No.

011 283-8335

Cell/Other No.

0860 263-362

Website Address

www.fnb.co.za

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FirstRand Foundation Organisation/Department

FirstRand Foundation

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range

Summary of Programme

Four company funds operate under the umbrella of the FirstRand Foundation, namely the Wesbank Fund, FNB Fund, Momentum Fund and Rand Merchant Bank Fund. The foundation considers support for non-profit organisations and institutions working towards development and empowerment of the broader community. It focuses on areas such as education, job creation, skills development, primary health care, safe community initiatives, arts and culture, environment, and community care programmes.

Funding Information Comments

Funding depends on the merits of a project. Normally the programme does not provide for large operating and capital expenses.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

The following are excluded: sporting tours or events, individuals, cultural exhibitions or once-off cultural events, church building projects, generalised fundraising circulars for events, profit-making organisations i.e. close corporations or companies, building projects, endowment funds, computer or office equipment, and general operating or salary costs.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Background information i.e. aims, objectives, track record; a signed copy of the constitution with a list of trustees/management committee; a signed copy of the most recent audited financial results; confirmation of registration; an income and expenditure budget for the year for the organisation; a detailed, itemised income and expenditure budget for the project for which the funds are being sought; bank account details; reference letters; original photographs of projects underway; a list of donors approached and their responses; and any other support documentation which may help the foundation understand the work of the organisation.

Feedback required

A full report is required on completion of the project.

Copy of Application form

No standard application form. Applicants should submit a proposal. See description above.

Contact Details Position

The Manager

Telephone No.

011 377-7360

Fax No.

011 834-7199

Postal Address

P O Box 61713, Marshalltown, 2107

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.firstrandfoundation.org.za

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Foreign Investment Grant Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

New details for this programme will be announced by April 2007. It is part of the SMEDP programme. It is an investment scheme for importation of equipment and machinery. Payment is retrospective.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Durban office or the national helpline on 0861 843-384 after April 2007.

Contact Details Contact Name

Rajeshri Sardha

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

031 305-3389

Fax No.

031 305-2804

Postal Address

P O Box 3189, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

135 Victoria Embankment, Durban (cnr Fenton Lane)

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

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FRAIN Business Support Programme Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) through Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Franchise advice and information

Summary of Programme

The FRAIN Business Support Programme provides information and advice on franchise related matters.

Programme Criteria Industry

Franchising

Business requirements

Franchising

Previously disadvantaged

Emphasis on previously disadvantaged individuals, youth and women

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the FRAIN offices or Seda on 0860 103-703.

Contact Details Contact Name

Louis Nhlapo

Position

Franchise Specialist

Telephone No.

012 441-1000

Fax No.

012 441-2173

Postal Address

P O Box 56714, Arcadia, 0007

Physical Address

Seda, DTI Campus, Block G, 77 Meintjies St, Pretoria

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.frain.org.za or www.seda.org.za

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FRAIN Franchise Cadets Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) through Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training and mentorship

Summary of Programme

The programme trains business science graduates (minimum M+3) in running a franchise business. At the end the cadets will have the experience and knowledge to start their own businesses. A cadet will work in four different types of franchise businesses during the programme. It is based in Gauteng and an allowance of R2,000/month is paid for the twelve months of the programme. The selection criteria are very strict.

Funding Information Comments

An allowance of R2,000 per month is paid.

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Franchise businesses only

Previously disadvantaged

Emphasis on previously disadvantaged individuals and youth

Other

Pass psychometric and other tests. Have the desire to start a franchise business.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Respond to advertisements in the media. A service provider does the screening of applicants.

Window periods for applying

Annual - see media

Copy of Application form

None - respond to advertisements in the press

Contact Details Contact Name

Louis Nhlapo

Position

Franchise Specialist

Telephone No.

012 441-1000

Fax No.

012 441-2173

Postal Address

P O Box 5671, Arcadia, 0007

Physical Address

Seda, DTI Campus, Block G, 77 Meintjies St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.frain.org.za or www.seda.org.za

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FRAIN Information, Advice and Training Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) through Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, mentorship, information and advice

Summary of Programme

The programme provides information and support to franchise SMME's, both franchisees and franchisors. They conduct training and capacity building projects.

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Franchise businesses only

Previously disadvantaged

Emphasis on previously disadvantaged individuals, youth and women

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Give your details on the form. You are entered into a database. You will be contacted when there is a relevant course running.

Copy of Application form

Contact your local Seda office.

Contact Details Contact Name

Louis Nhlapo

Position

Franchise Specialist

Telephone No.

012 441-1000

Fax No.

012 441-2173

Postal Address

P O Box 56714, Arcadia, 0007

Physical Address

Seda, DTI Campus, Block G, 77 Meintjies St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.frain.org.za or www.seda.org.za

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Gijima Business Enabling Fund Organisation/Department

KZN Department of Economic Development - Local Economic Development (LED) - EU Project Co-ordinating Unit

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

To assist provincial and local government to create an enabling environment for local economic development through the provision of grant funding. Funds can be used for: local consultation exercises, research, technical assistance, training, limited capital equipment and project management costs. Sustainable projects will receive priority. Refer to the BEF literature for other focus areas.

Funding Information Maximum per application

Grant sizes are from about R40,000 to R800,000 per project

Comments

Ineligible costs include: debts and provisions for losses or debts, interest owed, items already financed in another framework, purchases of land or buildings, currency exchange losses and taxes

Total available in programme

3.7 million Euros (approximately R30 million) available over 3 years

Source of funding

European Union

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Provincial government, district enterprises in KZN are excluded.

and

local

municipalities

and

public

Industry

Provincial priority areas are favoured.

Region

All district municipality areas except the eThekwini region can apply.

Business requirements

Need to show that the business is economically viable and sustainable.

Matching funding

30% from the applicant. "In kind" contributions may be acceptable as a part contribution.

Previously disadvantaged

Favours BEE

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Open calls for proposals are made in the media and through workshops in each region of the province. Application forms are available from the programme office in Durban, Local Area Offices and the project website. The EU LED team can assist applicants to fill in the application form. Supporting documents (originals or certified copies) include articles of association and most recent annual report and accounts. Applications are submitted to an Evaluation Committee for approval. Upon approval, contracts are entered into between the applicants and the EU LED programme.

Window periods for applying

Calls for proposals are advertised quarterly in regional and provincial newspapers.

Feedback required

Monthly feedback is required in the form of financial statements and regular site inspections are carried out.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Available from the programme office in Durban, Local Area Offices and the project website

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Changes / Expiry Comments

The programme ends in 2008

Contact Details Contact Name

Sugen Pillay

Position

Fund Advisor

Telephone No.

031 310-5492

Fax No.

031 310-5494

Cell/Other No.

082 858-8611

Postal Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban, 4001

Physical Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Contact Name

Gareth Coleman

Position

Team Leader

Telephone No.

031 310-5488

Fax No.

031 310-5494

Postal Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban, 4001

Physical Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

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Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund Organisation/Department

KZN Department of Economic Development - Local Economic Development (LED) - EU Project Co-ordinating Unit

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The LCF encourages partnerships which facilitate private sector investment in sustainable local economic development projects and create a selfsustaining market for business support services, finance and other essential "private goods", with linked support to local government to address those "public goods" which are essential to the achievement of local economic development initiatives. Participation enables partnership groups to access resources including a Competitiveness Action Plan (CAP). Refer to the LCF literature for other focus areas and details of support.

Funding Information Maximum per application

Approximately R40,000 to R800,000 for implementation of an approved CAP

Total available in program

13.7 million Euros (approximately R110 million) over 3 years

Source of funding

European Union

Programme Criteria Industry

All sectors, but priority will be given to agriculture and agri-processing; tourism; clothing and textiles; wood and wood products; arts, craft and cultural industries; IT; logistics and transport.

Region

All district municipality areas except eThekwini

Business requirements

Partnership groups i.e. partnerships between public and private entities. Partnering with a public entity is an advantage.

Matching funding

30% from the applicant. "In kind" contributions may be acceptable as a part contribution.

Previously disadvantaged

BEE preferred

Other

Need to show that the business is economically viable and sustainable

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Open calls for proposals are made in the media and through workshops in each region of the province. Application forms are available from the programme office in Durban, Local Area Offices and the project website. The EU LED team assists applicants to fill in the application form if required. Supporting documents (originals or certified copies) include articles of association, most recent annual report and set of accounts. Applications are submitted to an Evaluation Committee for approval. Formal contracts are entered into upon approval.

Window periods for applying

Advertised quarterly in regional and provincial newspapers

Feedback required

Monthly feedback is required in the form of financial statements and regular site inspections.

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Copy of Application form

Forms can only be accessed via an e-mail address that is advertised in the call for proposals on a quarterly basis.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Available from the programme office in Durban, Local Area offices and the project website.

Changes / Expiry Comments

The programme ends in 2008.

Contact Details Contact Name

Sugen Pillay

Position

Fund Advisor

Telephone No.

031 310-5492

Fax No.

031 310-5494

Cell/Other No.

082 858-8611

Postal Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban, 4001

Physical Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Contact Name

Gareth Coleman

Position

Team Leader

Telephone No.

031 310-5488

Fax No.

031 310-5494

Postal Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban, 4001

Physical Address

14th Floor, Marine Building, 22 Gardiner Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

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Global Environment Facility (GEF) Organisation/Department

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

GEF provides partial grant funding to eligible countries for projects that address threats to the global environment in biodiversity, climate change, international waters, ozone depletion, land degradation and Persistent Organic Pollutants (POP's). Projects must be consistent with the country's national priorities and are assessed by the GEF and the DEAT. The Project Preparation and Development Facility (PDF) provides US$25,000 for early stages, US$350,000 for information gathering for the main proposal and US$1 million for larger projects. Medium-sized projects are funded up to US$1 million and full-sized projects over US$1 million. Funds are granted through implementing agencies.

Funding Information Maximum per application

US$25,000 to over US$1 million

Comments

Project preparation / development: US$25,000 initially. Information: $350,000 for medium and $1 million for large projects. Project: up to $1 million for medium and $1 million and above for large projects.

Total available in program

US$47 million in total

Source of funding

Global Environment Facility (international)

Programme Criteria Industry

Environmental - biodiversity, climate change, international waters, ozone depletion, land degradation and POP's

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Applications are submitted to the Committee for Environmental Coordination (CEC) to ascertain whether national sustainable development priorities are addressed. The Directorate: International Governance consolidates all inputs and drafts an endorsement letter for the DirectorGeneral. The process takes 4 to 6 weeks.

Copy of Application form

www.gefweb.org/Operational Policies/Eligibility Criteria/…FundingOptions.html

Copy of Business plan

www.gefweb.org/Operational Policies/Eligibility Criteria/…FundingOptions.html

Contact Details Contact Name

Zaheer Fakir

Position

Director, International Governance and Resource Mobilisation

Telephone No.

012 310-3828

Fax No.

012 310-3541

Postal Address

Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Fedsure Foreign Building, cnr van der Walt and Pretorius St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.deat.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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HBD Fund 2 Organisation/Department

HBD Venture Capital

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Directorship, networks, advice, start-up and growth support

Summary of Programme

HBD Fund2 is focused on early stage ventures and will spend up to R150 million on new ventures over the next two years. They look to support companies when they need input, via formal board relationships and frequent informal interactions. Their broad base of experience and available resources are used to help guide entrepreneurs through the early stages of growth. They also have expertise across a number of industries, and offer a unique network that opens opportunities for companies. They understand the complex challenges facing high-growth businesses, since they have been through this process themselves.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R25 million. Generally between R10 and R25 million.

Comments

HBD employs a passionate, open-minded and dynamic team which is adventurous and nimble, yet scientific when making its investment decisions. Established relationships with key players in government and industry bodies allow HBD to take an active and leading role in venture capital in South Africa.

Total available in programme

R150 million over the next two years

Source of funding

Captive fund - funding provided by Mark Shuttleworth

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Real estate, financial services, direct farming and morally objectional ventures are excluded.

Business requirements

Strict criteria dictate that only companies which have been trading for at least six months and have the potential for successful, profitable on-sell within three to five years will be eligible for funding. A profit is not required but the business must have global product. Not essential

Matching funding Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

A business plan together with financial information (historical and forecasts) should be emailed through to HBD at [email protected]. A preliminary screening is completed and feedback provided to the entrepreneur. If the application meets the initial requirements then a further assessment is completed and a recommendation is made to the investment committee with regards to entering a due diligence. After a due diligence is completed, the investment committee determines if an investment should be made. Monthly financial and management reports.

Changes Comments

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Contact Details Contact Name

Julia Long

Position

CEO

Telephone No.

021 970-1004

Cell/Other No.

021 970-1005

Postal Address

P O Box 1159, Durbanville, 7551

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.hbd.com

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IBM International Foundation Organisation/Department

IBM Pty Ltd

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

The IBM International Foundation will consider applications for funding from SMME's, run by PDI's, in KZN.

Programme Criteria Exclusions Industry

Individuals, political parties, religious organisations and sports groups are excluded. ICT Industry

Previously disadvantaged

Required

Application Procedure Description of procedure

No formal application procedure: just provide a written proposal.

Feedback required

Annual

Contact Details Contact Name

Alfred Mandewo

Position

Community Relations Manager

Telephone No.

011 302-6165

Fax No.

011 302-6161

Postal Address

Private Bag X9907, Sandton, 2146

Physical Address

70 Rivonia Road, Sandhurst

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.ibm.com

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International Finance Corporation (IFC) Organisation/Department

International Finance Corporation (IFC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technical assistance

Summary of Programme

Financing of private sector projects - debt and equity on commercial terms. Technical Assistance - improving the investment climate.

Funding Information Comments

IFC financing generally cannot exceed 25% of total project costs

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Tobacco, gambling, alcohol, armaments, and the nuclear industry are excluded.

Business requirements

Commercially feasible business with a positive developmental impact; total financing requirement of at least about R150 million

Previously disadvantaged

Support commercially viable BEE transactions

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Submit a business plan and provide information about other potential sources of funding to complete the financing plan.

Copy of Application form

Any format is accepted - include a business plan

Contact Details Contact Name

Andrew Alli

Position

Country Manager

Telephone No.

011 731-3000

Fax No.

011 268-0074

Postal Address

PO Box 41283, Craighall, 2024

Physical Address

14 Fricker Road, Illovo, Johannesburg

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.ifc.org

KZN Department of Economic Development

63

Investing in Culture Organisation/Department

Department of Arts and Culture

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The programme aims to create SMME’s in the communities funded. Key issues are sustainability, job creation, skills transfer (part of Expanded Public Works Programme ), and working through the local municipality (part of the Independent Development Trust – IDT).

Funding Information Maximum per application

R 2,500

Comments

Each application is considered on merit

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Institutions and once-off events such as festivals are excluded.

Industry

Cultural heritage industry: art, culture, crafts, music, drama, heritage projects etc.

Previously disadvantaged

Women 60%, youth 30%, disabled 2% of recipients

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Proposals come from individuals or organisations. Obtain a form from your local municipality, complete, get endorsement from the municipality and post to Pretoria. It will be assessed by a DAC task team then recommended for funding.

Window periods for applying

Calls for applications are made periodically - see the media.

Feedback required

Monthly feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

Obtain from local municipal office

Copy of Business plan

Obtain from local municipal office

Changes / Expiry Date of next review

2008

Comments

Programme will continue but details may change

Contact Details Contact Name

Sibusiso Tsanyane

Position

Provincial Co-ordinator KZN

Telephone No.

012 441-3699 or 082 889-7322

Fax No.

012 441-3670

Postal Address

Private Bag X897, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Kingsley Centre, cnr Church and Beatrix St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dac.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

64

Isibaya Fund Organisation/Department

Public Investment Corporation (PIC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The Isibaya Fund invests in large empowerment projects (R50 million to R300 million per transaction). There must be a reasonable BEE element to the project, value added by BEE, active participation by BEE, commercial viability and the ability to service debt. Project funding tenure is five years and must have meaningful BEE vesting. A very detailed business plan is required, including a financial model.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R300 million

Comments

Minimum project size is R50 million

Total available in programme

R13 billion in 2004

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Micro lending and gaming are excluded.

Previously disadvantaged

BEE/empowerment element is required (see guidelines).

Other

Minimum project size R50 million

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Isibaya Fund for an initial discussion. A very detailed business plan will then be required (see guidelines).

Feedback required

On-going feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

Guideline sent by e-mail

Copy of Business Plan

Guideline sent by e-mail

Contact Details Contact Name

Eunice Mokgale

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

012 369-3300

Fax no.

012 348-5852

Postal Address

Private Bag X187, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Glen Field Office Park, cnr Glenwood and Oberon Rd, Fairie Glen, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.pic.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

65

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute (ISFI) Organisation/Department

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute (ISFI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business advice

Summary of Programme

We provide graduated micro loans to upcoming entrepreneurs in selected areas only (around Durban). Groups of 4-6 people. 90% women. Starting from R300 per person in a group.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R3,500 per person in a group

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Excludes start-ups and illegal dealers e.g. Non-licensed taverns/beerhalls

Region

Limited to certain areas in Durban only

Business requirements

Must be running an existing small business, no start-ups

Previously disadvantaged

People from the Townships, rural and peri-urban areas bearing South African ID

Application Procedure Description of procedure

The field workers go to potential clients and assist them on site. The first installment is payable in advance, once the loan is approved.

Feedback required Copy of Application form

Field workers hold monthly meetings with clients in their area, on site Hard copies in the office only - field workers take them to clients

Copy of Business Plan

Obtainable on request only (may be emailed or faxed)

Contact Details Contact Name

Bongiwe Zondo

Position

Manager

Telephone No.

031 304-2832

Fax no.

031 304-2928

Postal Address

P O Box 5265, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Suite 1313, Tower C Salisbury Centre, 347-351 West Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected] or [email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

66

Ithala Development Finance Corporation Ltd. Organisation/Department

Ithala Development Finance Corporation Ltd.

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advisory services, business premises, savings & insurance

Summary of Programme

Ithala provides loan finance (interest rates depend on various factors). Cooperatives of minimum of 10 people can obtain up to R200,000. Ithala also assists with savings and insurance requirements. There are business premises available for rent. Ithala Business Centres around the province provide advice in a range of areas, including mentoring, business plans, access to internet etc. In addition there are more than 40 Information Centres - contact your nearest Business Centre for details.

Funding Information Maximum per application

Varies

Comments

Depends on condition of loan

Total available in programme

Depends on funds generated by own sources and grants received

Source of funding

Own sources and grants from KZN Department of Economic Development

Programme Criteria Matching funding

Depends on the Ithala product used

Previously disadvantaged

Depends on the Ithala product used

Application Procedure Description of procedure Copy of Application form Copy of Business Plan

Applicants must draw up a suitable business plan detailing all applicable matters. Contact Client Service at Head Office: Tel. 031 907-8922/8793/8762, fax, write or visit the website. Contact Client Service at Head Office: Tel. 031 907-8922/8793/8762, fax, write or visit the website.

Contact Details

Durban - Head Office

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

031 907-8911

Fax no.

031 907-8974

Postal Address

P O Box 2801, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Unit 19, Site V1317, 17 Isilo Drive, Umlazi

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Durban - Umgeni Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

031 309-1073

Fax no.

031 309-1086

Postal Address

P O Box 47662, Greyville, 4023

Physical Address

Cnr Kolling and Umgeni Rd, Durban

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

67

Jozini Business Centre Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

035 572-1224

Fax no.

035 572-1135

Postal Address

P O Box 96, Jozini, 3969

Physical Address

Shop 12, Main Rd, Jozini

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Ladysmith Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

036 637-8410

Fax no.

036 637-8440

Postal Address

P O Box 780, Ladysmith, 3370

Physical Address

117 Murchison St, Ladysmith

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Newcastle Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

034 312-2920

Fax no.

034 315-1986

Postal Address

P O Box 1281, Newcastle, 2940

Physical Address

43B Harding St, Newcastle

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Ngwelezane Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

035 794-2301

Fax no.

035 794-2358

Postal Address

P O Box 292, Empangeni, 3880

Physical Address

Site A1253, Ngwelezane

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Pietermaritzburg Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

033 345-8351

Fax no.

033 345-2007

Postal Address

P O Box 2573, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Physical Address

149 Longmarket Street, Pietermaritzburg

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Port Shepstone Business Centre Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

039 682-3254

Fax no.

039 682-0703

Postal Address

P O Box 1015, Port Shepstone, 4240

Physical Address

49 Wooley Street, Port Shepstone

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Stanger Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

032 552-1054

Fax no.

032 552-1744

Postal Address

P O Box 1942, Stanger, 4500

Physical Address

Shop 9, Stanger Market Plaza, Stanger

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Tugela Ferry Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

033 493-0437

Fax no.

033 493-0448

Postal Address

P O Box 162, Tugela Ferry, 3010

Physical Address

Shop 23, Tugela Ferry

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za Ulundi Business Centre

Position

Ithala Business Centre Consultant

Telephone No.

035 870-0361

Fax no.

035 870-0814

Postal Address

P O Box 87, Ulundi, 3838

Physical Address

Shop C 11 & 12, Princess Mkabayi St, Ulundi

Website Address

www.ithala.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

69

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund Organisation/Department

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The Jim Joel Fund provides financial support to training organisations that focus on early childhood development within South Africa.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R700,000

Comments

Grants range from R30,000 – R700,000 per year for training, depending on project budget - not more than 25% of an organisation's annual budget.

Source of funding

Jim Joel Trust Fund

Programme Criteria Industry

Early Childhood Development

Matching funding

75% from the organisation

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Applications should be posted. Include a copy of the most recent bank statements; a description of the association and the project to be funded; a budget for the current financial year; full contact details and any other information relevant to the appeal. Include an annual report if available. The process takes about 4 months.

Feedback required

Six-monthly written reports. Annual renewal of funding to be requested.

Contact Details Contact Name

Mrs Bridget Sheldon

Position

Director

Telephone No.

011 781-2963

Fax No.

011 781-2964

Postal Address

Postnet Suite 621, Private Bag X9, Benmore , 2010

E-mail Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

70

Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund (KERPEF) Organisation/Department

Kagiso Trust

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Partnering

Summary of Programme

Funding of SMME's that have a sustainable impact on rural lives. These enterprises must lead to job creation and skills transfer to previously disadvantaged individuals. Funding provided to SMME's is not grant funding but loans. All amounts are repayable at a preferential interest rate.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R6 million

Comments

Total per project

Source of funding

Kellogg Foundation

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Arms, tobacco, liquor, gambling and micro finance are excluded.

Business requirements

Must be a (Pty) Ltd company

Matching funding

At least 10% from client

Previously disadvantaged

BEE preferred

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Business plan must be submitted to our office. It will be reviewed and if it meets our investment criteria our office will contact the entrepreneur for further discussions. All investments must be approved by the investment committee.

Copy of Application form

[email protected]

Copy of Business plan/Framework

[email protected] / fax / post

Contact Details Contact Name

Mohlolo Selala

Position

Business Analyst

Telephone No.

011 403-6319

Fax No.

011 403-1940/1

Postal Address

P O Box 1878, Johannesburg, 2000

Physical Address

8th Floor Braamfontein Centre, 23 Jorrisen St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg

E-mail Address

[email protected] / [email protected]

Website Address

www.kagiso.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Kgabane Trust Organisation/Department

Mintek

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

The Trust provides free training, both in-house and at rural sites, in the manufacture of "lifestyle products" such as jewelry and crafts. The courses last 2 to 3 weeks. Individuals who show promise are given follow-up training (which is also free).

Funding Information Source of funding

Training is paid for by the SETA's.

Programme Criteria Industry

Manufacture of jewelry and crafts

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Phone or e-mail Louise to find out what training course is running next and where it will be held.

Contact Details Contact Name

Louise van Staden or Colin Campbell

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

011 709-4038

Fax No.

011 709-4721

Postal Address

Private Bag X3015, Randburg, 2125

Physical Address

200 Hans Strijdom Drive, Strijdompark

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.mintek.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

72

Khula Business Partners Start-Up Fund Organisation/Department

Khula Enterprise Finance Limited

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The Fund is a joint venture between Khula and Business Partners to assist entrepreneurs to establish new businesses. Applicants may qualify for a loan if they have viable business concepts. Business Partners administer this fund and may be contacted on 031 240-7700.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R3 million

Comments

Minimum R150,000

Programme Criteria Business requirements Previously disadvantaged

Projects must be owned and managed by South African citizens and preferably with a BEE component. Preference is given to viable businesses run and managed by people from previously disadvantaged communities.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Phone the Business Partners offices (031 240-7700) to discuss your request to submit a business plan.

Contact Details Contact Name

Zandile Mjiyako

Position

Call Centre

Telephone No.

0800-118815

Fax No.

012 394-6560

Postal Address

P O Box 28423, Sunnyside, 0132

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.khula.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Khula Credit Guarantee Fund - Individual Guarantee Scheme Organisation/Department

Khula Enterprise Finance Limited

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The Khula Credit Guarantee helps businesses that would not get finance from the bank because of a lack of or inadequate collateral or security given to the bank. Khula does not give a loan or assist in financing the business directly, but covers a portion of the bank's risk on behalf of the small business. In this way the requirements of the bank are covered, even when the business cannot provide enough security for the whole amount. The business owner / manager approaches the bank, not Khula. Participating banks include ABSA, African Bank Limited, Bank of Athens, BOE Bank Limited, FNB, MEEG, Nedcor Bank Limited, People's Bank and the Standard Bank of Southern Africa.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R1 million of the bank facility at 80%

Comments

Minimum R50,000. Duration is 36 months but can be extended twice for periods of 12 months each time.

Programme Criteria Business requirements

The applicant must be a South African citizen and must be the owner / manager of the business. The business must be based inside the borders of the Republic, must be economically viable and have a profit motive. The owner / manager must have the skills and experience needed to make the business a success or must have access to the skills needed. Note: Each bank will have its own criteria to add e.g. a sound business plan.

Matching funding

Minimum 10% contribution either as cash or assets already invested in the business although the bank may call for a higher amount. Khula charges an annual fee of 3% of the loan.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Client prepares a business plan or may request help at the nearest Thuso Mentorship office. The client approaches his or her bank for finance. The bank then approaches Khula for a guarantee. Khula issues a guarantee to the bank. The bank releases funds to the client.

Contact Details Contact Name

Nhlanhla Skosana

Position

Marketing Manager

Telephone No.

0800-118815 / 012 394-5560

Fax No.

012 394-6560

Postal Address

P O Box 28423, Sunnyside, 0132

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.khula.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Khula Thuso Mentorship Programme Organisation/Department

Khula Enterprise Finance Limited

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business plans, loan applications and advice

Summary of Programme

The Thuso Mentorship Programme enables Khula to help small businesses in preparing an application for a business loan, as well as in implementing the business plan for which the loan was awarded. Small businesses are helped in overcoming the problems that are experienced when applying for a business loan from a commercial bank. The programme helps with the preparation of pre-loan business plans as well as post-loan support in the form of management and technical expertise. Thuso will link a business with a mentor who has similar interests. The responsibility of running the business still lies with the owner/manager.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R3 million

Comments

The average is R100,000 to R250,000

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Matching funding Other

A viable business idea, experience to run that type of business, a credit record for both the business and its owners, South African citizens, and the business must be based in SA. Minimum 10% contribution either as cash or assets already invested in the business. Only available to new and existing Khula Credit Guarantee clients and small businesses needing advice or guidance.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Client approaches mentorship offices for assistance. The regional coordinator evaluates each request or proposal. A mentor is appointed and a business plan is drafted. Client is referred to a bank and accompanied by the mentor. For credit guarantees, see Khula Credit Guarantee programme.

Contact Details Contact Name

Wallace Langeni

Position

Regional Co-ordinator

Telephone No.

0811-8815 or 031 301-1916/17

Fax No.

031 301-1922

Postal Address

P O Box 646, Durban, 4000

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.khula.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Khumbulani Craft Organisation/Department

Khumbulani Craft

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training (small business skills, product development, quality control, pricing), marketing, transport, monitoring, mentoring.

Summary of Programme

Khumbulani Craft is committed to poverty alleviation through the design, production, marketing and sale of traditional and contemporary crafts in northern, rural KwaZulu-Natal. Khumbulani Craft is supported by a range of donors and organisations. It is not a funding organisation.

Funding Information Source of funding

Tiger's Eye, Alexander Forbes, IDC, National Arts Council, Royal Netherlands Embassy, National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

Programme Criteria Region

Makhanyakude, Nyamithi and Zululand District B

Industry

Craft

Previously disadvantaged

Mainly rural women

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Craft groups in northern KwaZulu-Natal can request assistance from Khumbulani Craft. A skills assessment will be carried out, samples called for and when of the required quality, marketing assistance given. Business skills training, and opening and managing of a bank account, is paramount.

Contact Details Contact Name

Jane Zimmerman

Position

Executive Director

Telephone No.

011 781-6752

Cell/Other No.

083 255-6797

Fax No.

011 781-6755

Postal Address

P O Box 67239, Bryanston, 2021

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.khumbulani.co.za.

KZN Department of Economic Development

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KZN Innovation Support Centre (KZN ISC) Organisation/Department

KZN Innovation Support Centre (KZN ISC)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range - technical, finance, management and marketing.

Summary of Programme

Provides business, research, technical, management and marketing skills to support innovation and provides a secure environment in which technologies can be evaluated, developed, optimised and commercialised. The ISC uses a tried and tested risk management process that takes the innovation through technical, market and feasibility testing before supporting development, validation and testing. The centre also assists in market positioning and raising funds for the 'mind to market' process. The assistance takes place in the form of three intense workshops. After each session the innovator is required to work on their project through research, development or marketing etc. Assistance is also provided in the form of access to a network that includes accredited service providers, angel investors, venture capitalists, banks and legal practitioners, mentorship, marketing guidance and access to a high-tech laboratory.

Programme Criteria Industry

Information technology (IT), Communication (ICT), Electronics

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Download the application form from the ISC website, phone the ISC offices or e-mail [email protected].

Feedback required

Feedback varies for different stages of development.

Copy of Application form

ISC website: "ICT/E Application form"

Contact Details Contact Name

Phumla Mthembu

Position

Research Co-ordinator

Telephone No.

031 273-1500

Fax No.

031 273-1506

Postal Address

P O Box 30561, Mayville, 4058

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.innovation.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development (LRAD) Organisation/Department

Department of Land Affairs

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Provides grants to previously disadvantaged SA citizens (groups or individuals) from the African, Coloured and Indian communities to access land for agricultural purposes. Covers acquisition of land, land improvements, infrastructure investments, capital assets and short-term agricultural inputs on land acquired through the same grant. Excludes housing. Applicants must make own contribution of labour (up to R5,000), in-kind (calculated by costing assets that applicant may possess) and cash contribution (own/borrowed/combination).

Funding Information Maximum per application

R100,000

Comments

Grant is minimum R20,000 and maximum R100,000 per application

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Government employees and politicians are excluded. Grant cannot be applied to housing.

Industry

Agriculture

Matching funding

R5,000 to R20,000

Previously disadvantaged

Applicants must be African, Coloured or Indian.

Other

SA citizens, groups or individuals, over 18 years, live near or on land, and work at least partly on the land

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact nearest district office of the Department of Land Affairs or KZN Agriculture and Environmental Affairs. Complete LRAD application forms. Land Affairs investigates, verifies details, and registers application. Agriculture does an agricultural investigation. The application is presented to the District then Provincial Grants Approval Committee for a planning grant (maximum 15% of total project cost) for land valuation, subdivision, surveying, design agent, establishing a legal entity, developing a business plan, and conveyancing. The project is packaged and presented to District then Provincial Grants Approval Committee for release of grant. The process takes at least 6 months from approval of the planning grant.

Copy of Application form

Contact your nearest office of the Department of Land Affairs or KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs.

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Contact Details

Pietermaritzburg

Contact Name

Lucky Zondi

Position

Deputy Director, Pietermaritzburg District Office

Telephone No.

033 392-0650

Fax No.

033 342-2103

Postal Address

Private Bag X9000, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Physical Address

3rd Floor, Legal Wise Building, 199 Pietermaritz St, Pietermaritzburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dla.pwv.gov.za Ladysmith

Contact Name

Ms Primrose Makhanya

Position

Deputy Director, Ladysmith District Office

Telephone No.

036 631-2741

Fax No.

036 631-2924

Postal Address

P O Box 2982, Ladysmith, 3370

Physical Address

73 Murchison St, Ladysmith

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dla.pwv.gov.za Port Shepstone

Contact Name

Mr Bonginkosi Zulu

Position

Deputy Director, Port Shepstone District Office

Telephone No.

039 682-2295

Fax No.

039 682-0004

Postal Address

P O Box 25537, Port Shepstone, 4240

Physical Address

41 Nelson Mandela Drive, Port Shepstone

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dla.pwv.gov.za Richards Bay

Contact Name

Ms Thembeka Ndlovu

Position

Deputy Director, Richards Bay District Office

Telephone No.

035 789-1035

Fax No.

035 789-1092

Postal Address

P O Box 627, Richards Bay, 3900

Physical Address

4th Floor, ABSA Building, Lake View Terrace, Richards Bay

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dla.pwv.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Vryheid Contact Name

Mr Vela Mngwengwe

Position

Deputy Director, Vryheid District Office

Telephone No.

034 980-9469

Fax No.

034 980-9454

Postal Address

P O Box 544, Vryheid, 3100

Physical Address

160 High Street, Vryheid

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dla.pwv.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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LIFElab East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre (BRIC) Organisation/Department

LIFElab East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre (BRIC) Trust

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Partnerships, Technology Transfer, Incubator

Summary of Programme

LIFElab provides venture capital funding to biotechnology projects which focus on human health, specifically infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria, as well as bioprocessing.

Funding Information Comments

Varies

Source of funding

Department of Science & Technology, Other Funders

Programme Criteria Region

East Coast - from Nelspruit to Port Elizabeth

Industry

Biotechnology

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Copy of Application form

The proposal will go through a three-phase evaluation process. The first phase will be a preliminary screening, through which LIFElab's interim management will decide on the proposals that qualify for the second phase. The guidelines for qualification for second phase are as follows: completeness and timeous submission of the proposal; area of focus falls within LIFElab's designated scope; eligibility of the consortium's leading scientists and the cost structure is not heavily biased towards funding ongoing operations, such as salaries (negotiable) and a clear demonstration of market pathway, regardless of stage of development. The second phase is the review of proposals that have successfully gone through the first phase. A panel of three experts will evaluate the technical and business merits of each proposal. The reviewers will be expected to rank the projects. A return on investment is required but it varies depending on the project. www.lifelab.org.za

Copy of Business plan/Framework

www.lifelab.org.za

Contact Details Contact Name

Monique Frederic

Position

Marketing & Communications Manager

Telephone No.

031 261-6427

Fax No.

031 261-4581

Postal Address

P O Box 30603, Mayville, 4058

Physical Address

750 Francois Road, Intuthuko Junction, POD 8, Level 2

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.lifelab.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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MAFISA Organisation/Department

Land Bank / Department of Agriculture

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Loans, micro insurance, savings and payment facilities

Summary of Programme

MAFISA is a micro and retail agricultural scheme for economically active poor people. These include small and emerging farmers owning land, land reform and agrarian beneficiaries, farmers on communal land in transition from subsistence to emerging farmers, women & youth, small landowners, farmworkers, cooperatives and small agribusinesses. The fund gives loans, micro insurance, savings and payment facilities.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R100,000

Total available in programme

R200 million

Source of funding

Department of Agriculture Credit Account

Programme Criteria Region

KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape & Limpopo

Industry

Agriculture

Business requirements

Communal farmers & farmers in the transitional stage from subsistence farmers to so-called "beginner farmers", Women & Youth, Emerging farmers, Small-scale farmers, Small Agri-business, Farm workers, Userowned self help groups and CBO's involved in Agriculture

Previously disadvantaged

Preferred

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact your local Extension Office, the local Land Bank branch, the Post Office, the provincial development financial institution (PDFI) or a cooperative to obtain application forms for your area. An operational report will be completed by an Agricultural Extension Officer.

Window periods for applying

Dates will be announced in the press.

Feedback required

Provided to Extension Officer during his regular visits to the borrower

Copy of Application form

See procedure above

Changes Comments

KZN Department of Economic Development

This is a pilot programme. Expiry/review dates are still to be announced.

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Contact Details Contact Name

Ms Jenetha Mahlangu

Position

Senior Manager - Agricultural Development Finance

Telephone No.

012 319-7295

Cell/Other No.

082 880-8029

Fax No.

012 319-7278

Postal Address

Private Bag X250, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Agricultural Finance & Cooperative Development, 20 Beatrix Street, Pretoria, 0001

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.nda.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Maputoland Development and Information Centre (MDIC) or Community-Based Organisations Network Organisation/Department

Maputoland Development and Information Centre (MDIC) or CommunityBased Organisations (CBO) Network

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business advice and mentorship

Summary of Programme

Loans are offered at favourable interest rates. The programme also assists with business development. There are facilities available such as word processors and access to the Internet, which are open to the public.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R5,000

Total available in program

R100,000

Programme Criteria Region

Mhlabuyalingana Local Municipality and Mkhanyakude District Municipality

Matching funding

Depending on the risk up to 100% matching funding is required i.e. the borrower needs to put in the same amount at the lender.

Previously disadvantaged

Preference

Application Procedure Description of procedure

To apply, visit the offices (next to Manguzi Hospital in Kwangwanase).

Feedback required

Contact / feedback is required every two weeks.

Contact Details Contact Name

Dumisani Malwane

Position

Programme Director

Telephone No.

035 592-0125

Fax No.

035 592-0181

Postal Address

P O Box 325, Kwangwanase, 3973

Physical Address

Next to Manguzi Hospital, Kwangwanase

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

wwwmdic.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Marang Financial Services Organisation/Department

Marang Financial Services

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Marang is a Development Microfinance Institution, working towards enabling poor households that depend on informal businesses for income, to access a range of financial services, initially through group enterprise, credit and savings. They provide loans of between R500 - R10,000 to micro entrepreneurs, payable in 4, 6, 9 or 12 months. Access to Marang’s financial services is through a group programme. Marang lends to groups of five to eight micro entrepreneurs who: know each other well, live close to one another, trust each other and believe in each other’s businesses. Most clients are women but the loans are open to all. The target market is hawkers, very small enterprises, start-up and existing businesses.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R10,000

Comments

The amount is a maximum that can be loaned per application. A client can have 3 loans per year.

Source of funding

International donors, government departments, banks: Hivos, Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA) and International Network of Alternative Finance Institutions (INAFI).

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Formally employed people are excluded

Region

KZN, Eastern Cape, Gauteng, Limpopo, and Mpumalanga

Business Requirements

No formal requirements, Marang visits the client to check the business. Access to Marang's finanaces is through groups.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Enquiry, promotion of what our product is, assessment done by Marang loan officer, completion of application form, business opening of bank account, disbursement of money into the client bank account.

Copy of Application form

Obtained from Marang loan officer when they visit the group after the initial enquiry

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Obtained from Marang loan officer when they visit the group after the initial enquiry

Contact Details

Head Office

Contact Name

Ntokozo Khwane

Position

Administrator

Telephone No.

012 320-1745

Fax No.

012 320-6986

Postal Address

P O Box 6560, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

6th Floor, Odendaal Building, 320 Pretorius Street, Pretoria

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.marang.co.za

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Pietermaritzburg Contact Name

Veronica Dumakude

Position

Loan Officer

Telephone No.

033 342-3060

Fax No.

033 342-1824

Fax No.

083 561-8476

Postal Address

P O Box 3419, Pietermaritzburg, 3201

Physical Address

1st Floor, FNB Building, 289 Church Street, Pietermaritzburg

Website Address

www.marang.co.za Durban

Contact Name

Sibongile Mthiyane

Position

Loan Officer

Telephone No.

031 301-2295

Fax No.

031 306-0367

Postal Address

P O Box 48411, Qualbert, 4078

Physical Address

Room 804, 8th Floor, Nedbank House, No. 30 Albert Street, Durban, 4000

Website Address

www.marang.co.za Empangeni

Contact Name

Faith Zondi

Position

Loan Officer

Telephone No.

035 792-1756

Fax No.

031 792-1750

Postal Address Physical Address

1st Floor, Gateway Centre / United Building, 38 Maxwell Street, Empangeni, 3880 1st Floor, Gateway Centre / United Building, 38 Maxwell Street, Empangeni

Website Address

www.marang.co.za KwaNongoma

Contact Name

Christina Ngubane

Position

Loan Officer

Telephone No.

035 831-0800

Fax No.

035 831-0800

Postal Address

69 Majoye Building (together with Dr Mhlonge), Main Road, 3950

Physical Address

69 Majoye Building (together with Dr Mhlonge), Main Road

Website Address

www.marang.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Micro Enterprise Alliance Organisation/Department

Micro Enterprise Alliance

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Loans, business skills training, counseling and after care, export marketing support, trade promotion, technical training, equity finance, advocacy, capacity building.

Summary of Programme

The programme aims to support SMME's into the mainstream of the economy. To guide and support the micro enterprise sector in equitably growing the economy, creating jobs and generating wealth. To enhance capacity, efficiency and effectiveness of micro enterprise development agencies. It provides loans for micro and small enterprises and housing; training in business skills; business counseling and after care; mobilises and organises savings groups and clubs; provides export marketing support, trade promotion and community capacity building as well as technical training in construction, manufacturing and processing. It can also assist with equity finance and advocacy.

Funding Information Comments

Funding differs from member to member

Source of funding

Ford Foundation, Hivos and Swedish International Development ( )

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Juristic person/s or bodies working in the field of micro enterprise development or organization/s providing micro enterprise support services to intermediaries.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete membership application available on website

Copy of Application form

On website: www.mea.org.za

Contact Details Contact Name

Judy Blom

Position

Acting General Manager

Telephone No.

011 403-9621

Fax No.

011 403-9623

Postal Address

P O Box 31987, Braamfontein, 2017

Physical Address

4th Floor, 76 Juta Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.mea.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Missions in Technology (MiTech) Organisation/Department

National Research Foundation (NRF) – Innovation Fund

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Patenting support

Summary of Programme

The Innovation Fund (IF) invests in technologically innovative research and development projects, the effect of which will be new knowledge and national benefits in the form of novel products, processes or services. MiTech supports accelerated development of high risk, market-driven, enabling technology in all economic sectors, in partnership with industry. The industry partner is required to share the cost of risk, in technology development and in downstream commercialisation activities, while taking the leading role. Preference is given to proposals that have significant potential to expand existing commodity sectors, facilitate migration of industries to new added value areas, or create new leveraged industries from existing industries, enable the establishment of new or emerging high R&D intensive industries, create new opportunities for previously disadvantaged groups and are involved within a consortium arrangement where there is an appropriate combination of research, business, NGO and BEE partners to achieve national benefit.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R15 million (plus matching industry contribution of R15 million for a maximum of R30 million)

Comments

Investment is over a period of 5 years

Total available in program

R121 million in 2005

Source of funding

Department of Science and Technology

Programme Criteria Exclusions

The establishment of a centre or facility is excluded. The Fund does not subsidise the R&D budgets of industry.

Industry

Research, science, engineering and technology fields, aligned with the National R&D and the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Strategies

Matching funding

50% from the organization

Previously disadvantaged

BEE component required

Other

The ability of the individual to successfully complete the project will be evaluated. The project must be aligned with the National R&D strategy.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

KZN Department of Economic Development

Ten-page pre-proposal applications are screened for compliance, then forwarded to technical and business experts in that discipline. Applicants are then invited to either submit a 40-page full proposal, or a site visit is carried out. A site visit may be held after evaluation of the full proposal. A recommendation for investment is then made to the Investment Committee of the Innovation Fund. A decision to make further investments (After the first year of funding) is at the discretion of the Fund, where milestones such as securing an industrial partner, must be met.

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Window periods for applying

An open call system is used - applications are welcome at any time.

Feedback required

Quarterly. Payments are only made upon satisfactory progress being demonstrated. A final audit site visit is held on completion of the project.

Copy of Application form

Website: Refer to "Application Procedure"

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Vuyisile Phehane

Position

Programme Manager - The Innovation Fund

Telephone No.

012 481-4217

Fax No.

012 481-4242

Postal Address

P O Box 2600, Pretoria, 0001

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.innovationfund.ac.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Natal Portland Cement (NPC) Corporate Social Investment (CSI) Organisation/Department

Natal Portland Cement (NPC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, mentoring, loan of equipment

Summary of Programme

The blockyard project has developed over 200 blockyards and trained 700 people to run their own blockyards over the last few years. The help is provided through training, mentoring and loaning of start-up equipment. The blockyard project runs throughout KZN but discounts and additional financial support are provided to blockyards in our specific focus locations.

Funding Information Maximum per application

Funding is dependent on need and is only given if a blockyard is in one of our special focus areas.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Individuals are excluded.

Industry

Building, construction

Business requirements

We look for associations and co-ops that have a passion to run a blockyard.

Matching funding

Some start-up capital is required.

Previously disadvantaged

Preferred groups are women and youth.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

We would like a letter of request explaining what the group would like to achieve, where they are located, and information on the sales outlets and marketing possibilities that they have identified. The group must have some form of initial start-up capital available.

Contact Details Contact Name

Solomon Nkosi

Position

NPC - Community Business Developer

Telephone No.

031 450-4540

Fax No.

031 451-9010

Postal Address

P O Box 15245, Bellair, 4006, South Africa

Physical Address

Coedmore Road, Bellair, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.npc.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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National Development Agency (NDA) Request for Proposals (RFP) and Programmes Cluster Organisation/Department

National Development Agency (NDA)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, networking, capacity building

Summary of Programme

The National Development Agency is mandated to support and strengthen the capacity of civil society institutions to eradicate poverty within communities where they operate. They do this by providing training as well as offering dialogue, networking, capacity building and funding.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R800,000 for request for proposals

Comments

Depends on the nature and scope of the project

Total available in program

R12 million per year

Programme Criteria Region

Rural biased

Industry

All sectors relevant for poverty eradication

Matching funding

10% is required from the applicant

Previously disadvantaged

Preference for women

Application Procedure Description of procedure

The request for proposals is advertised and application forms are offered. Projects are prioritised according to those areas that require more attention.

Feedback required

Monthly reports are required from the Project and there are quarterly visits from project managers, coupled with due diligence and compliance audits.

Copy of Application form

Website - see "Grant Application"

Contact Details Contact Name

Xolani Zungu

Telephone No.

031 305-5542

Fax No.

031 305-5140

Postal Address

Durban Bay House, 333 Smith Street, Suite 3002, Durban, 4001

Physical Address

Durban Bay House, 333 Smith Street, Suite 3002, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.NDA.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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National Heritage Resources Fund Organisation/Department

South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

SAHRA may provide financial assistance in the form of a grant to community organisations or individuals for a project, which will promote community involvement in identifying sites that bring healing; contribute to local pride, self worth and dignity; build community spirit; contribute to redress; and advance local heritage management.

Funding Information Maximum per application

Varies depending on the project

Comments

Annual amounts vary each year

Source of funding

Obtain funding from the lotto

Programme Criteria Industry

Arts and culture

Other

Must meet community needs

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Obtain applications forms from the website then contact SAHRA.

Copy of Application form

Website: www.sahra.org.za

Contact Details Contact Name

Shaun October

Position

Programme Manager

Telephone No.

021 462-4502

Fax No.

021 462-4509

Postal Address

P O Box 4637, Cape Town, 8000

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.sahra.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund Organisation/Department

National Lotteries Board

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Funding from the lottery is aimed at non-profit organisations that timeously submit applications and meet all qualifications.

Programme Criteria Industry

Arts, culture, national heritage, environment, charities, sport and recreation

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Apply by advertised deadline. Applications are adjudicated by Distributing Agencies. The project may be visited.

Window periods for applying

Applications are made annually – watch the media.

Feedback required

Quarterly reports are required, confirming expenditure for the purpose as stipulated.

Copy of Application form

Arts: [email protected] Charities: [email protected] Sport: [email protected] Forms are only available at the time a call for applications is made.

Contact Details Contact Name

Shershan Naidoo

Position

Manager: Player Services and Media Liaison

Telephone No.

012 394-3468

Fax No.

012 394-4468

Postal Address

P O Box 1556, Brooklyn Square, Pretoria, 0075

Physical Address

2nd Floor, Block D, the dti Campus, 77 Meintjies Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.nlb.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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National Productivity Institute (NPI) Job Creation Programme Organisation/Department

National Productivity Institute

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentorship, training, business plans, financial analysis etc.

Summary of Programme

This is a new programme to facilitate business development. The NPI will assist a new business to register (VAT, SARS, levies, etc.) and will provide whatever assistance is needed to help get the business running successfully for the long term. Loans with favourable interest rates will be available. The programme will provide whatever reports the sponsors request. Funding and assistance given will depend on meeting certain criteria.

Funding Information Comments

Project specific

Total available in program

R10 million

Source of funding

Private companies and Department of Labour

Programme Criteria Other

Details will vary

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Details are unknown at this stage.

Contact Details Contact Name

Mervin Matthee

Position

Productivity Advisor

Telephone No.

031 312-2090 x 205

Fax No.

031 312-9909

Postal Address

P O Box 47600, Greyville, 4023

Physical Address

2nd Floor Corner House, 504 Windermere Road, Durban

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet Organisation/Department

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business training

Summary of Programme

We lend money to previously disadvantaged groups of people who have small businesses and give them free training in basic business skills when necessary.

Funding Information Maximum per application (total)

R3,500

Comments

Depends on demand and availability from Khula

Source of funding

Khula

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Excludes dagga products and do not fund individuals

Business requirements

Solidarity groups

Previously disadvantaged

Previously disadvantaged preferred, mainly women, youth and disabled

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

People come into the office for information. We assist them to fill in forms and loan officers go for site visits. If the business appears viable we advise them to open a Post Office Savings Account. After approval by the manager the loan is paid into the account. Loan Officers undertake monitoring visits once in every loan cycle of 4, 6 or 8 months

Copy of Application form

In our offices

Copy of Business plan/Framework

In our offices

Contact Details Contact Name

Gcinile Maphalala

Position

Loan Officer

Telephone No.

036 448-2633

Fax No.

036 448-2887

Cell/Other No.

076 177-7769

Postal Address

P O Box 411, Bergville, 3350

Physical Address

B5 Kingsway Road, Bergville

Email Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Contact Name

Ntombifuthi Sibeko

Position

Loan Officer

Telephone No.

036 448-2633

Fax No.

036 448-2887

Cell/Other No.

083 601-2645

Postal Address

P O Box 411, Bergville, 3350

Physical Address

B5 Kingsway Road, Bergville

Email Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Nedcor Foundation Organisation/Department

Nedcor (Nedbank)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, education and development.

Summary of Programme

Nedcor's social responsibility arm, the Nedcor Foundation is the company's main conduit for external social investment. The Foundation focuses its activities on the crucial areas of job creation; training and education; leadership development; the empowerment of women; youth development; rural development; social welfare services and poverty relief as well as arts, culture, sport and the environment. The main emphasis is however, welfare/relief aid i.e. caring for the aged, blind people etc.

Funding Information Comments

Running costs may also be funded

Total available in program

The Nedcor Foundation has contributed R140 million over the past 4 years, excluding The BoE Foundation and The Green, Sports, Arts and Culture Trusts.

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Conferences, individuals, travel, gala dinners, publications, research, awareness campaigns and bursaries are excluded.

Other

The Foundation's programmes are implemented with the assistance of nongovernmental organisations, community-based organisations, schools, tertiary institutions, church and religious organisations and often the actions of employee volunteers, cooperation with other donor organisations and collaborative partnerships with Nedcor's client base.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

There is no standard application form. An executive summary must be compiled that includes: contact details, name and designation of the contact person, comment on the section 18A status of the organisation, legal registration of the organisation, current serving trustees, background and aims of the organisation, nature of services rendered, profile of recipients, project details with budget expenditure, additional donors for the project if any and most recent audited financial statements.

Feedback required

A narrative is required after six months and a narrative and audited statements after a year.

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Contact Details Contact Name

Reabetsoe Motsepe

Position

Head of Corporate Citizenship

Telephone No.

011 294-3486

Fax No.

011 295-3486

Postal Address

P O Box 1144, Johannesburg, 2000

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.nedcor.co.za and go to Foundation

Contact Name

Gillian Bates

Position

Welfare and Community Development

Telephone No.

011 295-8454

Fax No.

011 294-8454

Contact Name

Boni Makola

Position

Education

Telephone No.

011 295-8453

Fax No.

011 294-8453

Contact Name

Morgan Mbayela

Position

Economic Development

Telephone No.

011 295-3457

Fax No.

011 294-3457

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry Business Support Centre Organisation/Department

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range

Summary of Programme

To support and assist organised businesses with any issues or information that will ensure their sustainability.

Programme Criteria Region

Northern KZN

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Phone, fax, email or visit the chamber offices.

Feedback required

If applicable to the enquiry

Contact Details Contact Name

Yolanda Bezuidenhout

Position

Manager

Telephone No.

034 312-4521

Fax No.

034 312-4521

Postal Address

P O Box 304, Newcastle, 2940

Physical Address

Town Hall Information Office, Scott Street, Newcastle

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.newcastle-chamber.org

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Old Mutual Corporate Social Investment Organisation/Department

Old Mutual Foundation

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The Old Mutual Foundation provides funding to programmes that help mobilise communities, focusing on skills training, education and orphans.

Funding Information Comments

Old Mutual assesses each programme on its own merit

Total available in program

R25 million maximum per annum for the whole programme

Source of funding

Old Mutual Foundation

Programme Criteria Other

Programmes must help mobilise communities, focusing on skills training, education and orphans.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Submit a summary of the project proposal in writing.

Window periods for applying

Proposals are considered three times a year in March, July and October.

Feedback required

Six-monthly written reports are required.

Contact Details Contact Name

Kate Miszewski

Position

Manager, Old Mutual Foundation

Telephone No.

021 509-3333

Fax No.

021 509-2894

Postal Address

P O Box 66, Cape Town, 8000

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.oldmutual.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Patent Support Fund Organisation/Department

National Research Foundation (NRF) - Innovation Fund

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Patenting costs and support

Summary of Programme

The key objective is to support the filing of and further prosecution of patent applications in respect of technological innovations emanating from the SME sector. Assistance is provided at the discretion of the Innovation Fund for one or more of the following: South African Provisional patent applications, South African Complete patent applications, a PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) application foreign national phase applications/ patents together with, where appropriate, reasonable prototype costs to a maximum of R50,000.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R250,000 per year

Comments

Funding provided either as a loan, convertible loan, or in exchange for equity which will be disposed to BEE entity or individuals on exit.

Total available in programme

Approximately R1.5 million per year

Programme Criteria Exclusions Industry Business requirements

Matching funding

Previously disadvantaged

Individuals who have not filed a provisional patent application using patent attorneys Technology 1. SME or SMME 2. At least provisional application or PCT application filed 3. Commercial merit and applicant to possess ability to commercialise 4. Technological invention 5. BEE or have strategy for inclusion of BEE. The Innovation Fund reserves the right to provide support in the form of matching funds on a ratio to be decided by the Intellectual Property Management Office (IPMO) after evaluating the application and supporting information. Preference is given to BEE applications

Application Procedure Description of procedure

1. Duly completed application form together with all supporting documentation which must include a business plan / development plan; company registration documentation and details of patent application made 2. Application to be made at least 3 months ahead of expected time of further prosecutions 3. If any search or examination reports have been issued, these must accompany the application. Note: The funding is subject to satisfactory novelty due diligence and commercial merit of the invention and possibility of contributing to national priorities. There is a 3 to 4 month lead time for processing of applications.

Feedback required

Progress reports must be submitted every six months

Copy of Application form

Available on the website. E-mail and then hand deliver the original and supporting documentation to the offices. As above. Email and then hand deliver the original and supporting documentation to the offices.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

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Contact Details Contact Name

Ms Tumelo Tshaya

Position

Candidate Patent Attorney

Telephone No.

012 481-4126

Fax No.

012 481-4242

Postal Address

P O Box 2600, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Innovation Fund, NRF Building, Meiring Naude Road, Brummeria, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.innovationfund.ac.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Pitseng Trust Organisation/Department

Pitseng Trust

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

Funds women's groups working on aspects of the socio-economic spectrum in rural development. Also the human rights of women, e.g. a gender based approach to HIV/AIDS and violence against women and children.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R 5,000 to R 30,000

Comments

Criteria apply. Seed grant, twice only.

Total available in programme

Varies according to availability of funds to Pitseng Trust

Source of funding

Donors we apply to

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Men are excluded

Previously disadvantaged

Only previously disadvantaged women

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Send proposal or obtain application form from Pitseng Trust. Phone, fax or write to request application form. Complete application form and return to Pitseng Trust. It will be processed and applicants informed of the outcome.

Window periods for applying

Processing of applications takes place in February and October annually

Feedback required

Will get questions from Pitseng Trust only if necessary

Copy of Application form

Phone / Fax / Post / Email

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Oshadi Mangena

Position

Acting Executive Director

Telephone No.

011 403-1950

Fax No.

011 403-1095

Cell/Other No.

073 233-2133

Postal Address

Private Bag X42, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017

Physical Address

RSA Building, 10th Floor, 82 Jorissen Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

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PlantBio Trust Organisation/Department

Biotechnology Innovation Centre

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Specialist advice on biotechnology projects

Summary of Programme

PlantBio is a National Innovation Centre for Plant Biotechnology established by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in terms of the National Biotechnology Strategy. The objective is develop biotechnology initiatives with commercial impact and build capacity in South Africa in order to create the human skills required to develop competitive biotechnology projects.

Funding Information Comments Total available in programme Source of funding

There is no limit. Each application is reviewed individually. Funding depends on available resources. Varies Department of Science and Technology (DST) and other sources where possible.

Programme Criteria Industry

Biotechnology although related industries may also be evaluated.

Business requirements

Each application is reviewed individually.

Previously disadvantaged

BEE and Gender Equity policies are adhered to where ever possible.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

A concept note is to be submitted for evaluation. This is followed by a preproposal then a full proposal for evaluation. Once a due diligence is completed and accepted by our Board of Trustees, funding will be granted. The Project Investment Committee and Board meet every three months. There is on-going communication between PlantBio and the applicants.

Copy of Application form

Forms can be requested by e-mail, fax or post and are available on the website.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Information is available on our website and can be requested by e-mail, post or fax.

Contact Details Contact Name

Helen Hingle

Position

Communications Manager

Telephone No.

033 846-1980

Fax No.

033 846-1983

Postal Address

PostNet Suite 201, B/Bag X6 Cascades, 3202

Physical Address

Suite 38, Hayfields Mall, 28 Blackburrow Road, Hayfields, Pietermaritzburg,

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.plantbio.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Project Gateway Organisation/Department

Project Gateway

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, mentorship, start-up and business advice

Summary of Programme

The project focuses on business development. The objective is to raise up, in a holistic manner, well-equipped entrepreneurs running sustainable businesses. This includes training in business skills, marketing support and mentorship for new businesses. Participants start to generate income at an early stage in the programme with a view to channeling training into the establishment of a small business.

Funding Information Source of funding

Donations from churches, funders and individuals, both local and international

Programme Criteria Region

Pietermaritzburg

Previously disadvantaged

No formal requirement

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Apply in person initially.

Contact Details Contact Name

Mrs Di Milford

Position

Donor Marketing and Public Relations

Telephone No.

033 845-4000

Cell/Other No.

033 845-4500

Fax No.

082 784-3729

Postal Address

P O Box 101071, Scottsville, 3209

Physical Address

No 4 Burger Street , Pietermaritzburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.projectgateway.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

105

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages (PAL) Organisation/Department

South African International Business Linkages (SAIBL) – USAID

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, mentorship, plans/proposals, linkages etc.

Summary of Programme

USAID has awarded a 6-year contract to Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) in association with ECI Africa Consulting to manage the SAIBL programme. SAIBL empowers businesses through trade and investment partnerships between previously disadvantaged South African SMME's and US companies, South African corporations and multinationals. Services include training and business capacity support, mentorship, funding information on trade protocols and incentives, proposal development and introductions, and linkages to business partners and suppliers. For more details refer to the website under 'Services'. The PAL programme helps agribusinesses gain access to mainstream commercial markets in South Africa and internationally. It also facilitates local and international partnerships.

Funding Information Comments

Depends on the nature of the assistance required e.g. a maximum contribution of R5,000, limited to 50% of the total cost, may be approved for the printing and placing of an advertisement.

Source of funding

USAID

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Capital, equity and funding for equipment are excluded.

Industry

Agribusinesses e.g. beverage and cosmetics ingredients, wines, cheeses, seafood and natural plants products

Business requirements

Maximum 200 employees; registered for tax and VAT; comply with statutory regulations

Matching funding

Generally 50%. The company must pay a fair share of the costs of any services provided. Services of other consultants may be leveraged to provide additional assistance i.e. the dti/DTI, Seda.

Previously disadvantaged

PAL is available to those discriminated against under apartheid plus women and the disabled. Note: all new potential recipients are vetted for 'window dressing' - site visits and comprehensive screening are done to check.

Other

Businesses need to be capable of increasing revenue and employment. Priority is given to businesses that gain their revenue through business-tobusiness transactions.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

KZN Department of Economic Development

Contact SAIBL offices for an application form. All applications must be in writing with a fully completed and signed registration form. Applicants that meet the qualification criteria and provide justification for the services are registered on the SAIBL database. A diagnostic appraisal of the company takes place. The offices in Durban have limited personnel resources so only a certain number of requests can be processed.

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Feedback required

Quarterly reports are required on the impact of services and support provided by SAIBL up to 12 months after assistance.

Copy of Application form

Contact the SAIBL offices

Contact Details Contact Name

Janet Okeyo

Position

Business Development Specialist (KZN)

Telephone No.

031 305-6997

Postal Address

P O Box 409, Wendywood, 2144

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.saibl.org

KZN Department of Economic Development

107

Provenance Art Organisation/Department

Project House (PH) Design Marketing CC (PHDM)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Marketing access, training and retail access

Summary of Programme

PH Design aims to support artisans through market access and training. The programme already has a large corporate and government customer base. There is also an art gallery for unexposed artists and musicians. PH Design rents space to artists at low cost. The artist/s need to formalise their business during their time with PH Design and the company assists with this process.

Programme Criteria Industry

Arts, crafts, music

Business requirements

Formalise a business during time with the programme

Previously disadvantaged

Preferred

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Request an application form from the office.

Window periods for applying

Last quarter of each year (October - December)

Feedback required

On-going

Copy of Application form

Contact the office

Contact Details Contact Name

Nicole Shaw

Position

Owner

Telephone No.

082 776-3514 or 082 443-1798

Fax No.

012 993-5667 (to change soon)

Postal Address

P O Box 32139, Glenstantia, Pretoria, 0010

Physical Address

Shop 7, South Gate, CSIR Campus, Meiring Naude Road, Brummeria, Pretoria

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.phdesign.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

108

PUM - Netherlands Advisory Service Organisation/Department

Netherlands Advisory Service

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Business consultancy

Summary of Programme

PUM offers the consultancy services of a Dutch expert in a matching industry. Consultants spend approximately three weeks in South Africa with the business person requiring advice. Only accommodation i.e. B&B, local travel and meals need to be provided. About 50 consultants come annually to South Africa to assist. The programme has been running for 25 years.

Programme Criteria Business requirements

The business must employ at least 10 employees and must have been in operation for a minimum of two years.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete application form. On return to the Netherlands, the consultant reports back on recommendations. If these are followed, a return visit may be considered around 9 moths later.

Copy of Application form

On website under "Apply" or from the local representative

Contact Details Contact Name

Wally Meyer

Position

KwaZulu-Natal representative

Telephone No.

031 562-0630 / 083 2751833

Fax No.

031 562-0631

Postal Address

P O Box 831, Umhlanga, 4320

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.pum.nl

KZN Department of Economic Development

109

Quickberry Organisation/Department

Quickberry

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

We help inventors to license or sell their inventions.

Summary of Programme

Quickberry is an advisory firm that sources venture capital funding from private "angel" investors for entrepreneurs. We also help inventors to license or sell their inventions.

Funding Information Maximum per application

None

Comments

Minimum funding requirement is about R500,000.

Total available in programme

Unlimited

Source of funding

Private "angel" investors and venture capital funds

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Property, franchisee funding, lifestyle businesses, loan or bridging funding

Matching funding

Usually the client needs to contribute some cash to the business.

Other

The business that requires funding needs to have a sustainable competitive advantage and preferably the potential to export its products.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

First submit a business plan for our review. If we believe we may be able to help to source funding, we will let you know. If we don't think we can, we will also let you know. Please see the website for more details.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

www.quickberry.com/capital_seekers.asp

Contact Details Contact Name

David de Waal

Position

CEO

Telephone No.

021 465-7021

Fax No.

021 462-2398

Postal Address

37 Belvedere Avenue, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001

Physical Address

37 Belvedere Avenue, Oranjezicht, Cape Town

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.quickberry.com

KZN Department of Economic Development

110

SABS SMME Support Organisation/Department

South African Bureau of Standards

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Product testing, conformance assessment and training

Summary of Programme

A subsidy is offered for SABS services: product testing and product certification (only during pre-launch of a project), quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 1400, OSHAS), capability and assessment reports, company assessments and Missing Link training programme. This applies to small, medium and micro enterprises that are not given subsidy by other government agencies.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R30,000

Comments

Advice is free and there is a subsidy for a portion of the costs.

Programme Criteria Industry

Manufacturing and services

Business requirements

Compliance to statutory regulations e.g. CIPRO and SARS. Annual turnover from R100,000 to maximum R10 million.

Other

The business should have been in operation for a year.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Get your details onto the SABS database by completing the application form. Telephone or e-mail to request a copy.

Copy of Application form

Phone or e-mail and ask for a copy, or see the website.

Contact Details Contact Name

Ms Aletta Saal

Position

Stakeholder Management and SMME Support

Telephone No.

012 428-6456

Fax No.

012 428-6166

Postal Address

Private Bag X191, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

1 Dr Latagan Road, Groenkloof, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.sabs.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda / KZNMac Organisation/Department

Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) of the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range of assistance

Summary of Programme

Vision: To be a centre of excellence for small enterprise development in the province. Mission: To promote, develop and support small enterprises to ensure their growth and sustainability. A new technology office is due to open in Durban soon.

Funding Information Total available in program

R50 million in 2005/6

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Phone or visit your nearest offices or see the website.

Contact Details

KZN Provincial Office

Contact Name

Claude Moodley

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

031 308-6300

Fax No.

031 309-6069

Postal Address

P O Box 47364, Red Hill, 4023

Physical Address

Suite 205 Ascot Park, 3 Ascot Street, Greyville, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za eThekwini

Contact Name

Irma Ogle

Position

Business Information Officer

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Kokstad Contact Name

Nomfundo Dlatu

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

039 727-1428

Fax No.

039 727-5049

Postal Address

P O Box 1357, Kokstad, 4700

Physical Address

84 Hope St, Kokstad

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za Ladysmith

Contact Name

Nhlanhla Buthelezi

Position

Industrial Advisor

Telephone No.

036 631-3325

Fax No.

036 631-3553

Postal Address

33a Diamana Road, Ladysmith, 3370

Physical Address

33a Diamana Road, Ladysmith

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za Newcastle

Contact Name

Themba Simelane

Position

Branch Manager

Telephone No.

034 315-2768

Fax No.

034 315-2768

Cell/Other No.

083 299-5130

Postal Address

P O Box 1627, Newcastle, 2940

Physical Address

33 Voortrekker St, Newcastle

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za Richards Bay

Contact Name

Cedric Mnguni

Position

Office Manager

Telephone No.

035 789-3400

Fax No.

035 789-3414

Postal Address

P O Box 1431, Richards Bay, 3900

Physical Address

Suite 19, Partridge Place, 23 Lira Link, Richards Bay

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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South Coast Contact Name

Derrick Manana

Position

Office Manager

Telephone No.

039 682-6222

Fax No.

039 682-1564

Postal Address

P O Box 1574, Port Shepstone, 4240

Physical Address

Reefview House, 1451 Princess Elizabeth Drive, Port Shepstone

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za Umgumgungdlovu

Contact Name

Bisson Girran

Position

Office Manager

Telephone No.

033 345-3017

Fax No.

033 345-3042

Postal Address

P O Box 3492, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Physical Address

10 Ebenezer St, Pietermaritzburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda eThekwini Organisation/Department

Seda eThekwini (Small Enterprise Development Agency) - formerly TBDC (Thekwini Business Development Centre)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range

Summary of Programme

As part of Seda, the eThekwini offices provide a wide range of non-financial business support services. The aim is to ensure growth and sustainability of previously disadvantaged enterprises and SMME's. See other entries for further details of offerings.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact your nearest office for assistance.

Contact Details

Durban

Contact Name

Irma Ogle

Position

Business Information Officer

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za Pinetown

Contact Name

Zodwa Mokoena

Position

Business Information Officer

Telephone No.

031 702-3769

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

29 Murray Square, Dales Avenue, Pinetown

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za Tongaat

Contact Name

Phumzile Mkize

Position

Business Information Officer

Telephone No.

032 944-3814

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Old Station Building, Railway Street, Tongaat

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda eThekwini Business Development Unit Organisation/Department

Seda eThekwini (Small Enterprise Development Agency) - formerly TBDC (Thekwini Business Development Centre)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range

Summary of Programme

The Business Development Unit provides a range of support services to develop businesses: advice and counseling, mentoring, marketing tools, help with business plans, business analysis and profiling, and facilitation of access to finance. There is also a five day training course, the Business Management Course, on how to start a business. The cost is R400 per person.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the offices for assistance. To apply for the training, complete the application form. Phone or visit the offices and they will tell you when the next course is starting.

Copy of Application form

Phone or e-mail and request a copy of the form.

Contact Details

Durban

Contact Name

Nana Maquba

Position

Business Development Officer

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda eThekwini Business Information Services Organisation/Department

Seda eThekwini (Small Enterprise Development Agency) - formerly TBDC (Thekwini Business Development Centre)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range

Summary of Programme

Business Information Services provides general business information, reading material, internet access, counseling, referrals, assistance with company registration, legal advice, tender notices, exhibitions etc.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact your nearest office for assistance.

Contact Details

Durban

Contact Name

Mgcini Mbhele

Position

Manager

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda eThekwini Resources Organisation/Department

Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) - formerly TBDC (Thekwini Business Development Centre)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Premises

Summary of Programme

The programme offers subsidised rental space for businesses. Small incubator offices are available for a limited period.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the office for assistance.

Contact Details Contact Name

Trevor Harvey

Position

Financial Manager

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda eThekwini Tender Advice Centre Organisation/Department

Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) - formerly TBDC (Thekwini Business Development Centre)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice

Summary of Programme

Free advice is given on how to tender for work. A two day Tender Training Course on how to tender is run on a regular basis. The course costs R250 per person.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Tender Advice Centre - phone or visit.

Contact Details Contact Name

Phumzile Shabalala

Position

Tender Advisor

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

Contact Name

Lungile Shangase

Position

Tender Advisor

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Seda Technology Transfer Programme Organisation/Department

Seda Technology Programme

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technology transfer into 2nd economy (and some 1st economy) SMME's

Summary of Programme

Product and process technology including equipment, training and aspects related to the technology transfer are paid for. For 2nd economy, some working capital is also given. Payments are normally made directly to the technology suppliers.

Funding Information Maximum per application (total)

R500,000 incl. VAT

Programme Criteria Exclusions

SMME's that can afford to pay for the technology are excluded.

Industry

Manufacturing

Business requirements

Must be a registered legal entity before payments are made

Matching funding

If intervention is > R500,000 the SMME must find matching portion

Previously disadvantaged

Preference

Other

A technology audit is done to determine needs.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Application form and financials (present and future). Contact the office for further details.

Copy of Application form

No set format is required.

Contact Details Contact Name

Laurie Steenkamp

Position

Senior Manager

Telephone No.

012 441-1122

Fax No.

012 441-2122

Postal Address

P O Box 56714, Arcadia, 0007

Physical Address

Building G, 2nd floor, the dti Campus, 77 Meintjies Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

120

Siyavuna Organisation/Department

KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range according to needs

Summary of Programme

Siyavuna is part of the new Agrarian Revolution programme. Siyavuna provides, according to needs: mechanisation, liming and soil fertility, Flemish projects, animal handling facilities, agri-industries, alien weed control, irrigation, mentorship, post-settlement support (e.g. LRAD), fencing, water provision, empowerment projects (focus on women and youth), market infrastructure, tannery, aquaculture and greening of the environment. Siyavuna will aid in filling funding gaps in a project e.g. by approaching banks. Contact nearest office of the Department.

Funding Information Total available in program

Over R100 million

Programme Criteria Industry

Agriculture and agri-industries

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact your nearest office of the KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs. Also watch the press for advertisements for new programmes.

Contact Details Contact Name

Carlos Boldogh

Position

Chief of Operations

Telephone No.

033 355-9534

Fax No.

033 355-9650

Postal Address

Private Bag X9059, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Physical Address

Cedara Agricultural College, Cedara

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dae.kzntl.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Siyazisiza Trust Organisation/Department

Siyazisiza Trust

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, provision of start-up equipment, mentoring, monitoring

Summary of Programme

The Siyazisiza Trust's mission is to contribute to poverty alleviation in northern KwaZulu-Natal through the promotion of food security and small enterprise development.

Funding Information Maximum per application (total) Comments

Varies depending on situation of group/resources e.g. land size, water source, gradient, etc. This is determined by our field staff. Financial assistance is only for start-up equipment

Total available in programme

Dependent on support received from donors

Source of funding

A range of corporate and other donors

Programme Criteria Region

Makhanyakude, Nyamithi, Uthungulu and Zululand District B

Industry

Food security (vegetables, poultry, fruit) and small enterprises e.g. candle making, block making, etc

Previously disadvantaged

Mainly rural women

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Approach relevant Field Officer who will arrange a meeting with the community to explain how we work, assess skills, assess resources e.g. water source, soil type, etc. Field Officer will then make recommendations to Head Office which will begin fund raising process. Only once funds are secured can start-up equipment be purchased and installed.

Feedback required

Feedback is provided by Field Staff to Head Office

Contact Details Contact Name

Geh Phungula

Position

Field Director

Telephone No.

035 870-1777

Fax No.

035 870-1777

Cell/Other No.

084 581 9652

Postal Address

P O Box 87, Ulundi, 3838

Physical Address

Ground Floor, Ithala Building, Ulundi

Website Address

www.siyazisiza.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Sizanani Advisory Services Organisation/Department

Sizanani Advisory Services

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Funding applications, business plans, and mentorship

Summary of Programme

Assists small businesses to obtain loans from banks using the services of business advisors. It provides mentorship once funding is approved, for a 12-month period. Upon registration for assistance the applicant will pay a R200 non-refundable registration fee. Upon loan being granted, client pays a percentage of the loan amount as his/her contribution towards costs to Sizanani. For businesses with a turnover not exceeding R5 million per annum, balance of support fee to be subsidised by donor funds. It is important to note that the business advisor does not run the business but provides advice and support.

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Business must have a R50,000 - R20 million per annum actual or projected turnover. Minimum per application is R50,000.

Matching funding

Applicant must be able to contribute a minimum of 10% of the loan.

Other

Must be South African, or have a permanent resident permit; have a viable business plan; personally manage the business fulltime and trade from a fixed address.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Call the advisor for details on how to apply.

Feedback required

Constant contact with mentor is maintained.

Copy of Application form

Not available at this stage - enquire first.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

After enquiry, refer to website for details.

Contact Details Contact Name

Rusty Hugo

Position

Senior Business Advisor - KZN Region

Telephone No.

032 943-1313 / 082 579-5957

Fax No.

0866 109-420

Postal Address

P O Box 61674, Marshalltown, 2017

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.sizananiadvisory.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

123

Small and Medium Enterprise Development Programme (SMEDP) Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

New details for this programme will be announced in April 2007. investment grant, based on the company's assets.

It is an

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Durban office or the national helpline on 0861 843-384 after April 2007.

Contact Details Contact Name

Rajeshri Sardha

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

0861 843-384 or 031 305-3389

Fax No.

0861 843-888

Postal Address

P O Box 3189, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

135 Victoria Embankment, Durban (cnr Fenton Lane)

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

124

Small Scale Mining Directorate Organisation/Department

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs (DME)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Range - any type of support as required

Summary of Programme

Support is given for small-scale mining - any type of support (in relation to starting a mining venture). Will refer to other sections (Mintek etc.) if needed. Expenses must be repaid when/if the business is making a profit. Preference is given to PDI'S (equity from youth, women, disabled or black).

Programme Criteria Industry

Mining

Previously disadvantaged

Preference for youth, women, disabled, and black

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Phone or write. All provinces have a DME Regional Office where applications specific to the region can be lodged. They discuss what you need, then help you apply in writing. A committee sits monthly to evaluate applications and decide on actions. They will let you know if you have been successful.

Window periods for applying

Applications are considered monthly

Feedback required

Inspections are carried out by the DME

Contact Details Contact Name

Mr Duma Maseko

Position

Assistant Director (Small Scale Mining)

Telephone No.

034 212-1807

Fax No.

034 212-2721

Postal Address

Private Bag X2014, Dundee, 3000

Physical Address

Talana Building, 26 Beaconsfield Street, Dundee

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.dme.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

125

Social Plan Organisation/Department

National Productivity Institute (NPI) for the Department of Labour

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentorship and advice

Summary of Programme

The aim of the Social Plan is to reduce retrenchment costs and create new jobs. It applies when at least 50 people or 10% of an organisation's labour force is likely to be retrenched. The state pays 65% of the consulting costs and the company pays the balance. If a company cannot afford the 35%, a special application for 100% funding can be submitted. The NPI will help prevent job losses by giving support and technical assistance to the company. The NPI is contracted by the private sector and by local government to conduct productivity assessments and to give recommendations.

Funding Information Comments

Dependent on the scope of work

Source of funding

Department of Labour and the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

Programme Criteria Business requirements

Minimum 50 employees or 10% of labour force likely to be retrenched

Matching funding

Usually 35% from the applicant

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Apply telephonically or through the Internet.

Copy of Application form

Forms are available on application.

Contact Details Contact Name

Mervin Matthee

Position

Productivity Advisor

Telephone No.

031 268-9880

Fax No.

031 268-9777

Postal Address

P O Box 47600, Greyville, 4023

Physical Address

Suite 201, Second Floor, Cowie Park Offices, 91 – 123 Cowie Road, Essenwood, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

[email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

126

South African Breweries (SAB) Kickstart Competition Organisation/Department

South African Breweries Limited

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Mentoring

Summary of Programme

SAB runs the Kickstart competition annually. Youths between 18 and 35 years are invited to submit business ideas at a provincial level. Fifteen finalists are selected per province for a two-week training programme, whereafter a business plan is drafted and forwarded to a panel of adjudicators. A total of R300,000 seed capital is awarded per province to between 1 and 4 applicants. Grants range from R10,000 - R100,000 per business. Each business is monitored for a year. Provincial finalists are entered into the national competition, which awards an additional nonrefundable R500,000 to the national winner. Winners each receive mentorship assistance for a minimum of not less than three months.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R300,000 on a provincial level

Comments

The national winner receives R500,000

Total available in program

R2.75 million per year

Programme Criteria Business requirements

The competition entry form must be used.

Previously disadvantaged

Preference is given to previously disadvantaged youth (age < 35).

Other

Applicants must be South African citizens.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact SAB and have your name placed on the competition database. An entry form will be posted when the competition opens. Entry forms may also be downloaded from the SAB website or picked up at any SAB depot or regional office.

Window periods for applying

Entries open in April; closing date is 01 June

Feedback required

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Contact Details Contact Name

Andile Mkhize

Position

Corporate Social Investment Co-ordinator

Telephone No.

031 910-1386

Fax No.

086 673-6678

Postal Address

P O Box 833, Durban, 4000

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.sabkickstart.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

127

South African Women in Mining Association Organisation/Department

South African Women in Mining Association (SAWIMA)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, networking and lobbying

Summary of Programme

SAWIMA aims to de-mystify mining for women. Members receive preferential opportunities for training. Membership costs R500 per year for individuals and R2,000 per year for companies. Individuals benefit from training for 2 years only - thereafter they would need to have formed a company. Review date is 01 March every year. Training is in a range of subjects e.g. small-scale mining, beneficiation and procurement. Sustainability is a key issue.

Funding Information Comments

Individuals can benefit for 2 years only, then must form a company.

Total available in program

R120,000 per year

Source of funding

Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA), Mining houses, and Department of Minerals and Energy (DME)

Programme Criteria Industry

Mining

Previously disadvantaged

Women only

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Membership forms are available at the SAWIMA office, by fax or by post.

Copy of Application form

Contact the SAWIMA offices.

Contact Details Contact Name

Vuyokazi Nyengule

Position

Administrator

Telephone No.

011 834-9039

Fax No.

011 834-8060

Postal Address

P O Box 985, Houghton, 2041

Physical Address

Chamber of Mines Building, 5 Hollard Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.sawima.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

128

Strategic Investment Programme Organisation/Department

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

The programme provides a tax incentive to projects investing R50 million and more, for both local and foreign owned companies. Percentage paid is calculated on a points system, covering a number of issues.

Funding Information Comments

The percentage is calculated on a points system.

Programme Criteria Industry

Infrastructure and construction

Other

Investment is a minimum of R50 million

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Durban office or the national helpline on 0861 843-384.

Copy of Application form

See website: www.thedti.gov.za - go to Applications

Contact Details Contact Name

Rajeshri Sardha

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

031 305-3389

Fax No.

031 305-2804

Postal Address

P O Box 3189, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

135 Victoria Embankment, Durban (cnr Fenton Lane)

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.thedti.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

129

Support Programme for Industrial Innovation (SPII) Matching Scheme Organisation/Department

Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

SPII is designed to promote and assist technology development by providing financial assistance for projects that develop innovative products and/or processes. SPII focuses on the phase that begins at the end of basic research (proof of concept) and ends when a pre-production prototype has been made. The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) manages SPII on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI). Assistance under the Matching Scheme is provided to SME's (employees < 200; turnover < R51 million; assets < R19 million) in the form of a grant of up to 50% of qualifying costs incurred during technical development - up to a maximum grant amount of R1.5 million per project.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R1.5 million

Comments

For direct costs incurred in developing new products/processes

Total available in program

R100 million per year

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

SPII excludes basic and applied research and military products.

Industry

Manufacturing or related industrial fields or software

Business requirements

Only SME's: employees <200; turnover < R51 million; assets
Matching funding

50% from the applicant

Other

Only for direct costs incurred in developing new products/processes

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the application form, including financial details and projections, and SARS clearance. Submit with a detailed business plan.

Feedback required

Detailed feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

www.spii.co.za - go to Matching Scheme – Application

KZN Department of Economic Development

130

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Areef Suleman

Position

Senior Fund Manager

Telephone No.

011 269-3450

Fax No.

011 269-3126

Postal Address

P O Box 785341, Sandton, 2146

Physical Address

19 Fredman Drive, Sandown, Gauteng

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.spii.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

131

Support Programme for Industrial Innovation (SPII) Partnership Scheme Organisation/Department

Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

SPII is designed to promote and assist technology development by providing financial assistance to projects that develop innovative products and/or processes. SPII focuses on the phase that begins at the end of basic research (proof of concept) and ends when a pre-production prototype has been made. The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) manages the programme on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI). Financial assistance under the Partnership Scheme is provided in the form of a conditionally repayable grant of 50% of the qualifying cost incurred during development activity, with a minimum grant amount of R1.5 million per project, repayable on successful commercialisation of the project. There should be a clear indication of the causality (additionally) that will follow from the support.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R15 million

Comments

Minimum R1.5 million. For direct costs incurred in developing new products/processes; repay via a sales levy.

Total available in program

R110 million per annum

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

SPII does not support basic and applied research and military products.

Industry

Manufacturing or related industrial fields or software development

Matching funding

50% from the applicant

Other

Only for direct costs incurred in developing new products/ processes; repay via a sales levy

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the application form, including financial details and projections and SARS clearance; submit with a detailed business plan.

Feedback required

Detailed feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

www.spii.co.za - go to Partnership Scheme – Application

KZN Department of Economic Development

132

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Areef Suleman

Position

Senior Fund Manager

Telephone No.

011 269-3450

Fax No.

011 269-3126

Postal Address

P O Box 785341, Sandton, 2146

Physical Address

19 Fredman Drive, Sandown, Gauteng

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.spii.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

133

Support for Industrial Innovation (SPII) Product Process Development Scheme (PPD) Organisation/Department

Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

SPII is designed to promote and assist technology development by providing financial assistance for projects that develop innovative products and/or processes. The focus is on the phase that begins at the end of basic research (at the stage of proof of concept) and ends at the point when a pre-production prototype has been made. The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) manages the programme on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI). Under the Product Process Development Scheme, financial assistance is provided for small, very small and micro enterprises (employees < 50; turnover < R13 million; assets < R5 million) in the form of a grant of between 65% and 85% of the qualifying cost incurred during the technical development stage, with a maximum grant of R500,000 per project. For enterprises with < 25% black shareholding, the grant is 65%, for enterprises with 25% to 50% black shareholding, the grant is 75%, and for enterprises with black shareholding > 50%, the grant is 85%.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R500,000

Comments

For direct costs incurred in developing new products/processes

Total available in program

R100 million per year

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

SPII does not support basic and applied research and military products.

Industry

Manufacturing or related industrial fields or software development

Business requirements

Small, very small and micro enterprises (employees < 50; turnover
Matching funding

15% to 35% of qualifying costs from the applicant

Previously disadvantaged

Black shareholding is preferred

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the application form, including financial details and projections and SARS clearance; submit with a detailed business plan.

Feedback required

Detailed feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

www.spii.co.za - go to PPD Scheme – Application

KZN Department of Economic Development

134

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Areef Suleman

Position

Senior Fund Manager

Telephone No.

011 269-3450

Fax No.

011 269-3126

Postal Address

P O Box 785341, Sandton, 2146

Physical Address

19 Fredman Drive, Sandown, Gauteng

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.spii.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

135

Swiss South Africa Initiative Organisation/Department

Swiss South Africa Initiative (SSACI)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Promotes development

Summary of Programme

The Swiss-South African Co-operative Initiative (SSACI) is a South African development-finance agency funded by Swiss and South African companies in collaboration with the Swiss Agency for Development and Co-operation (SDC). It is a public-private partnership between a government agency (SDC) and ten private-sector corporations, aimed at promoting the social and economic development of South African youth. Objective: To advance educational opportunities for disadvantaged young South Africans to enable them to obtain employment.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R800,000 per calendar year for a period of three years i.e. R2.4 million per project over a three year period

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Projects initiated or managed by government departments and commercial companies are excluded i.e. projects are only funded through non-profit, public benefit organizations that have 18A tax-exemption.

Industries

These include: automobile repairs, business services, catering, information technology, retailing, tourism and hospitality.

Business requirements

Have a workable plan of action for producing measurable results in terms of employment created, must incorporate a strong technical or vocational training component, provide comprehensive post-training support to trainees that will help them to set up micro enterprises or find employment in existing businesses, be cost effective, have an efficient management structure, low overhead costs, high levels of technical expertise, and an effective means of service delivery. Priority is given to micro enterprises. Applicants must be 35 years or younger.

Previously disadvantaged Application Procedure Description of procedure

Submit a proposal according to the guidelines outlined on the website. These include: objectives, organisational information, action plan, partners and people who will be involved, co-ordinating and reporting, budget and financial constraints.

Contact Details Contact

The Manager

Telephone No.

012 362-2972

Fax No.

012 362-2971

Postal Address

Private Bag X37, Hatfield, 0028

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.ssaci.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

136

Technology Advancement Programme Organisation/Department

National Research Foundation (NRF) – Innovation Fund

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Patent support

Summary of Programme

The Innovation Fund invests in technologically innovative research and development projects, the effect of which will be new knowledge and widespread national benefits in the form of novel products, processes or services. TAP solicits proposals that build on the existing research and knowledge i.e. at a stage where a real or potential product, process, or service has been identified and the R&D proposed will enable progress to the prototype stage or equivalent. Preference is given to proposals that have significant potential to: expand existing commodity sectors; facilitate migration of industries to new added value areas or create new leveraged industries from existing industries; enable the establishment of new or emerging high R&D intensive industries; create new opportunities for previously disadvantaged groups involved in a consortium arrangement, with the appropriate combination of research, business, NGO and BEE partners to achieve national benefit.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R15 million over a period of 3 years and R5 million per annum

Total available in program

R121 million in 2005/6

Source of funding

Department of Science and Technology (DST)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

The establishment of a centre or facility that does not fall within the mandate of The Innovation Fund is excluded.

Industry

Research, science, engineering and technology fields aligned with the National R&D strategy

Previously disadvantaged

A BEE component is required.

Other

The ability of the applicant to successfully complete the project will be evaluated. The project must be aligned with the national R&D Strategy.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

A ten-page pre-proposal application is screened for compliance and then forwarded to technical and business aspects in that discipline. Applicants are invited to submit a 40-page full proposal, or a site visit is requested. A recommendation for investment is then made to the Investment Committee of the Innovation Fund.

Window periods for applying

An open call system is used, so applications are welcome at any time.

Feedback required

Quarterly. Payments are only made upon satisfactory progress being demonstrated. The Innovation Fund together with elected technical and business evaluators conduct an 18-month site visit to establish technical and commercialisation progress made. A final technical, commercialisation and financial audit site visit is held upon completion of the project.

Copy of Application form

Website: Refer to "Application Procedure"

KZN Department of Economic Development

137

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Vuyisile Phehane

Position

Programme Manager - The Innovation Fund

Telephone No.

012 481-4217

Fax No.

012 481-4242

Postal Address

P O Box 2600, Pretoria, 0001

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.innovationfund.ac.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

138

Technology and Human Resources for Industry Programme (THRIP) Organisation/Department

National Research Foundation (NRF)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

THRIP aims to improve competitiveness of South African industry by supporting research and technology development activities and enhancing the quality and quantity of appropriate skilled people. It is a research and development programme funded by the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) and is managed by the NRF. THRIP supports projects at Universities, Universities of Technology and Science Councils, in science, engineering and technology research collaboration that address the technology and human resource needs of South African business. Industry and the dti share the cost and therefore the risk of developing commercial technology. HEI's and SETI's are encouraged to leverage other sources of funding.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R8 million

Comments

The amount is per project leader per year

Total available in program

About R140 million

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI) - Innovation and Technology Directorate

Programme Criteria Industry

Any application of science, engineering or technology - SIC Codes: 1 (agriculture), 2 (mining and quarrying), 3 (manufacture including agroprocessing), 4 (electricity, gas and water supply), 5 (construction), 7 (transport, storage and communication), 86 (computer and related activities)

Matching funding

1:1 or 2:1. Default funding is 2:1 (Industry:THRIP). Ratio is 1:1 for SMME industry partners, black or female students, BEE industry partners, and joint ventures where at least one industry partner is a BEE.

Previously disadvantaged

Benefit from a better funding ratio

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Applications are done online. Independent external reviewers, in various technical fields, assess the applications. The Multi-Criteria Decision Model (MCDM) guides assessment.

Window periods for applying

June 2007 for funding in 2008

Feedback required

An annual report is required at the end of the year. Proof of payment must be provided to trigger matching funds from THRIP.

Copy of Business plan/Framework

None but they provide help in writing the proposal

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Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Mphekgo Maila

Position

Manager

Telephone No.

012 481-4131

Fax No.

012 481-4197

Postal Address

P O Box 2600, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

CSIR South Gate, Meiring Naude Rd, Brummeria, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.nrf.ac.za/thrip

KZN Department of Economic Development

140

Technology for Women in Business (TWIB) Women Empowerment Programme Organisation/Department

Technology for Women in Business (TWIB)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technology

Summary of Programme

The programme provides SMME’s that are owned by women with access to science and technology support - technology intervention, innovation and application. Technology is introduced through workshops and assistance is given with market access. Sectors covered are agriculture and agroprocessing; mining and energy; textiles and clothing; ICT; arts, crafts and tourism; manufacture; services and construction.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R5,000

Total available in program

R6 million

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

Programme Criteria Industry

Agriculture and agro-processing; mining and energy; textiles and clothing; arts, crafts and tourism; construction; ICT; manufacturing and services

Business requirements

Business must be 51% owned by women

Previously disadvantaged

Women are preferred

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the offices or obtain forms off the website. Submit and they will come back to you to arrange meetings etc.

Feedback required

Demonstrate improvement in business – details to be finalised

Copy of Application form

Website or phone for “Assistance required” form

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Website or phone for “Business plan” template

Contact Details Contact Name

Thava Ettershank

Position

Programme Assistant

Telephone No.

012 841-4983

Fax No.

012 841-4954

Postal Address

P O Box 395, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Building 23, CSIR, Meiring Naude Rd, Lynwood, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.twib.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

141

Technology Transfer for Social Impact Organisation/Department

Department of Science and Technology

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technology transfer

Summary of Programme

The Programme aims to introduce innovative technology and management systems, to create sustainable job and wealth opportunities in deprived areas and to promote sustainable human settlement. It achieves this through: 1. Technology for Sustainable Human Settlement that focuses on introduction of technologies for improved service delivery and human settlement. Areas are: service delivery, health, ICT and energy. 2. Technology for Sustainable Livelihoods that focuses on natural resources. Beneficiation (value-addition) focuses on technologies that could be commercialised. Agro-processing technologies are: aquaculture, essential oils, and medicinal plants, with a view to establishing commercially viable and sustainable enterprises (SMME's) in these growing industries. Other agro-processing technologies and mineral beneficiation will also be considered.

Programme Criteria Industry

Agro-processing, aquaculture, essential oils, medicinal plants, services, health, ICT, mineral beneficiation and energy

Previously disadvantaged

Women, youth and disabled representivity is preferred

Application Procedure Description of procedure

A business concept document should be submitted to DST for comment. If accepted, a detailed business proposal is submitted. The business should have clear financials, showing commitments, partnership etc. Maximum project length is 3 years, subject to review of progress. The project/business proposal should be in line with the objectives of the programme, have SMART outputs, have a work plan for professional fees in accordance with the outputs and a clear exit strategy (e.g. taken over by municipality or sector departments or created a sustainable SMME).

Feedback required

Quarterly, and half yearly in prescribed format. Visits by DST

Copy of Application form

None - request a guideline document.

Contact Details Contact Name

Lucky Khumalo or Richard Holden

Position

Managers: Science and Technology for Social Impact

Telephone No.

012 317-4449 or 012 317-4365

Fax No.

086 681-0040

Postal Address

Private Bag X894, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Orange Nassau Building, 188 Schoeman St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected] or [email protected]

Website Address

www.dst.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

142

TechnoServe Organisation/Department

TechnoServe (TNS)

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, mentorship, partnering, advice

Summary of Programme

TechnoServe helps entrepreneurial men and women in poor rural areas of the developing world to build businesses that create income, opportunity and economic growth for their families, their communities and their country.

Programme Criteria Region

Rural

Industry

Agribusiness

Business requirements

SMME

Previously disadvantaged

Rural black folk

Application Procedure Description of procedure

A diagnostic will be done first to assess viability of the business, potential for growth and profitability. A decision is taken as soon as the diagnostic is completed.

Contact Details Contact Name

Korkor Cudjoe

Position

Resource Mobilisation Unit

Telephone No.

011 447-9336

Fax No.

011 447-1378

Postal Address

29 Keyes Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2198

Physical Address

29 Keyes Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg

Email Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.technoserve.org

KZN Department of Economic Development

143

Tourism Business Development Organisation/Department

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Marketing

Summary of Programme

The programme assists emerging tourism enterprises to market their products at international exhibitions. The scheme pays for some costs: attending and preparing for exhibitions (first, second, third project: 80%; 50%; 50%); economy class air ticket (R10,000; R5,000; R5,000); marketing materials (50% of stand); accommodation GBP30/day, daily allowance GBP25/day - for exhibition plus two extra days. Three exhibitions per business.

Programme Criteria Industry

Tourism

Business requirements

A registered business, registered with SARS, in tourism for 2-5 years, member of a local tourist association, have all necessary licenses.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Apply two months in advance of exhibition. Provide all documents requested with application form. Keep records of all marketing expenses.

Copy of Application form

Contact your local KZN Tourism office or see the website.

Contact Details Contact Name

Xholise Nyikana

Position

Consultant

Telephone No.

012 310-3875

Fax No.

012 320-4740

Postal Address

Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001

Physical Address

Fedsure Building, cnr van der Walt and Pretorius St, Pretoria

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.deat.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

144

Tourism Enterprise Programme (TEP) Organisation/Department

Business Trust, Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) and ECI Africa

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Assist in finding capital and equity, marketing, research, plans, training, etc.

Summary of Programme

TEP's main objective is to encourage and facilitate growth and expansion of SME enterprises within the tourism economy resulting in job creation and growth in turnover: 1. by linking SME's with various prospective partners through introductions and 2. by contributing to costs of certain services through the Technical and Training Assistance Fund (TTAF) e.g. marketing assistance for certain events, research, development of business and marketing plans, preparation and submission of tenders and proposals to become a supplier, appropriate training, attending exhibitions, certification and licensing, and the identification of service providers.

Funding Information Comments

Maximum TEP contribution: 50%

Source of funding

Business Trust and the Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Financing of assets, raising or contributing to assets, start-up capital and operational costs are excluded.

Industry

Tourism - a direct tourism enterprise e.g. lodge, hotel, B&B, tour operator, guide etc. or supplier of goods and/or services to a formal tourism business which derives at least 50% of its income from tourism-related activities

Business requirements

Annual turnover < R25 million, total asset value (excluding fixed property) < R10 million, maximum of 200 employees, operating at least 2 years and meeting all statutory requirements

Matching funding

At least 50% from the applicant

Other

Register for TEP support (free)

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Submit a detailed, well-motivated request for assistance. Indicate the purpose of the assistance applied for and state to what extent the business will be able to satisfy or contribute towards the TEP objectives of employment creation and transactional value. E-mail requests are preferred due to legibility. Refer to the website for details of the procedure, once the request has been received by TEP.

Feedback required

Monthly feedback on turnover and jobs is required

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Website: Refer to "Guidelines for assistance" - company profile; letter requesting assistance; indication of the alternative contributions secured; three quotes from prospective service providers (if total project cost exceeds R5,000) etc.

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Contact Details Contact Name

Brian Avnit

Position

Business Development (KZN)

Telephone No.

031 305-7006

Fax No.

031 301-7192

Cell/Other No.

083 473-0153

Postal Address

P O Box 1308, Ballito, 4420

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.tep.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

146

Tourism KZN Information and Knowledge Management (Research) Organisation/Department

Tourism KZN

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice and data for feasibility studies or business plans

Summary of Programme

Registration with Tourism KZN is mandatory for all enterprises whose primary object is to provide services and facilities to tourists. Registration costs R150 per year. Services offered by this programme include information, knowledge, and advice.

Programme Criteria Industry

Tourism

Business requirements

Registration with Tourism KZN is required by all tourism operators in KZN – this costs R150 per year.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Register with Tourism KZN (see separate entry for details) then request assistance.

Copy of Application form

Copy of Registration Form / Code of Conduct / Category List: www.kzn.org.za/registration/refgorm.doc

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Guidelines: www.kzn.org.za/kzn/829/xml

Contact Details Contact Name

James Seymour or Karen Kohler

Position

General Manager / Manager

Telephone No.

031 366-7500

Fax No.

031 305-6693

Postal Address

P O Box 2516, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected] or [email protected]

Website Address

www.zulu.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

147

Tourism KZN Marketing Partnership Programme Organisation/Department

Tourism KZN

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Marketing

Summary of Programme

Registration with Tourism KZN is mandatory for all enterprises whose primary object is to provide services and facilities to tourists. Registration costs R150 per year. The Marketing Partnership Programme gives access to economical advertising; an opportunity to participate in trade shows; host foreign media and to register on special e-mail system to receive tourism enquiries, updates and notices.

Programme Criteria Industry

Tourism

Business requirements

Registration with Tourism KZN is required by all tourism operators in KZN – this costs R150 per year.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Register with Tourism KZN (see separate entry for details) then request marketing assistance.

Copy of Application form

Copy of Registration Form / Code of Conduct / Category List: www.kzn.org.za/registration/regform.doc

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Guidelines: www.kzn.org.za/kzn/829/xml

Contact Details Contact Name

James Seymour

Position

Provincial Register and TIS General Manager

Telephone No.

031 366-7500

Fax No.

031 305-6693

Postal Address

P O Box 2516, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.zulu.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

148

Tourism KZN Registration Organisation/Department

Tourism KZN

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Registration - this gives access to other programmes

Summary of Programme

The law requires registration with Tourism KZN where the primary object is to provide services and facilities to tourists in KZN. Registration costs R150 per sub-category. Registration gives inclusion in a fax-on-demand system and database; free listing in marketing material; a web page; permission to display brochures at information and airport offices, and access to the Zulu Kingdom logo.

Programme Criteria Industry

Tourism

Business requirements

Registration with Tourism KZN is required by all tourism operators in KZN – this costs R150 per year.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Copy of Application form Copy of Business plan/Framework

Submit a registration form and R150 for each sub-category for which you wish to register. Also submit a Code of Conduct, proof of business licence or declaration, proof of public liability insurance (if applicable), two pictures and a registered trademark or logo for the website, and proof of membership of your local Community Tourism Organisation or Publicity Association. Copy of Registration Form / Code of Conduct from www.kzn.org.za/ registration/regform.doc Guidelines: www.kzn.org.za/kzn/611/xml

Contact Details Contact Name

Uveshnee Ragavan

Position

Registration Executive

Telephone No.

031 308-6300

Fax No.

031 309-6069

Postal Address

P O Box 2516, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.kzn.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

149

Tourism KZN SMME Support Programme Organisation/Department

Tourism KZN

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Marketing and training

Summary of Programme

A company must first be registered - see separate entry. For three years, the following are available for free to qualifying businesses: marketing tools (brochures, business cards); local and international shows and exhibitions (including accommodation and transport); training (range of courses available); linking up with big tourism businesses. The programme provides information and advice on how to start a tourism business and affords opportunities for DEAT/TEP programmes.

Programme Criteria Industry

Tourism

Business requirements

Registration with Tourism KZN is required by all tourism operators in KZN – this costs R150 per year.

Matching funding

80% from applicant

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Register with Tourism KZN (see separate entry) to get entered into the database. Contact the offices for assistance with your business.

Feedback required

Report after every show or exhibition attended.

Copy of Application form

Copy of Registration Form / Code of Conduct: www.kzn.org.za/ registration/regform.doc

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Guidelines: www.kzn.org.za/kzn/611/xml

Contact Details Contact Name

Bakhuliselwa Thomas Mathibela

Position

Project Manager: Business Development

Telephone No.

031 366-7525

Fax No.

031 309-6693

Postal Address

P O Box 2516, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

Tourist Junction, 160 Pine Street, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.zulu.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

150

Umcebo Trust Organisation/Department

Umcebo Trust

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Education, skills development and foster entrepreneurship

Summary of Programme

The Umcebo Trust is committed to the broader education and development of skills for people with special needs but also include those who have various abilities. The Trust has established an art workspace where individuals and organisations can collaborate to develop unique arts, crafts and other projects. Participants are helped to generate a reliable income by learning special skills, develop entrepreneurship and have access to various resources and materials. These people are then encouraged to share their skills with their communities.

Funding Information Source of funding

Self funding, donations and partnerships with the Durban University of Technology (DUT) and UKZN Edgewood campus.

Programme Criteria Region

Durban

Industry

Arts and Crafts

Previously disadvantaged

Emphasis, although, not exclusive to those with special needs.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Phone or visit the art workshop.

Contact Details Contact Name

Robin Opperman

Position

Director

Cell/Other No.

083 793-3408

Postal Address

913 The Gables, 174 Victoria Embankment, Durban, 4001

Physical Address

3 Millar Road, Durban, 4001

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.umcebotrust.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

151

Umsobomvu Business Development Services Vouchers Programme (BDSVP) Organisation/Department

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

Umsobomvu provides training vouchers to develop youth with disadvantaged backgrounds. The business is first assessed to see if it is viable or suitable. Training is done by service providers. Training costs R200 per voucher, up to four vouchers.

Funding Information Comments

Pay R200 per voucher, up to four vouchers

Source of funding

Department of Trade and Industry (the dti/DTI)

Programme Criteria Previously disadvantaged

Disadvantaged youth (aged 18 - 35)

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Go to the Seda offices and get assistance to see if you qualify. Then complete the application form.

Contact Details

Durban

Contact Name

Nomsa Khumalo

Position

Business Advisor, Seda eThekwini

Telephone No.

031 309-5432

Fax No.

031 309-5437

Postal Address

P O Box 623, Durban, 4000

Physical Address

127 Alice St, Durban

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za Port Shepstone

Contact Name

Richard Ndovela

Position

Business Development Officer

Telephone No.

039 682-3604

Fax No.

039 682-3604

Cell/Other No.

082 507-9284

Postal Address

42 Aiken Street, Port Shepstone, 4240

Physical Address

42 Aiken Street, Port Shepstone

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.seda-ethekwini.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

152

Umsobomvu School to Work Organisation/Department

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training, business plans, database

Summary of Programme

Umsobomvu provides free training to develop youth with disadvantaged backgrounds. The training is done through SETA's as learnership programmes. Most training is in agriculture, agro-processing, accounting, engineering and information technology but the training is not exclusive to these areas. They will also assist with writing business plans, giving advice on starting a business etc.

Programme Criteria Previously disadvantaged

Disadvantaged youth (aged 18 - 35)

Other

Individuals must become self-employed or employable

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the call centre or respond to advertisements in the media and apply as directed.

Contact Details Contact Name

Nelisiwe Sibisi

Position

Programme Officer, Graduate Development

Telephone No.

011 651-7000 x 238

Fax No.

011 695-0947

Postal Address

P O Box 982, Halfway House, Johannesburg, 1685

Physical Address

1 Broadwalk Avenue, Midrand

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.youthportal.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

153

Umsobomvu Skills Development and Transfer Programme Organisation/Department

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

Umsobomvu provides grants to existing NGO's and community projects where training is provided within the project so that people become selfemployed or employable. The focus is on skills.

Funding Information Comments

Funding depends on the project

Programme Criteria Previously disadvantaged

Disadvantaged youth (aged 18 - 35)

Other

Individuals must become self-employed or employable.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

E-mail a company profile. Your information is entered onto the database. A committee evaluates the application and will let you know the outcome.

Contact Details Contact Name

Nelisiwe Sibisi

Position

Programme Officer, Graduate Development

Telephone No.

011 651-7000 x 238

Fax No.

011 695-0947

Postal Address

P O Box 982, Halfway House, Johannesburg, 1685

Physical Address

1 Broadwalk Avenue, Midrand

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.youthportal.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

154

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop Ltd Organisation/Department

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop Ltd

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

No

Summary of Programme

We give micro loans to micro entrepreneurs. Communities need to organise themselves into groups.

Funding Information Total available in program

R10,000

Comments

Loan is R10,000 per individual within a group

Total available in program

R300,000 per year

Source of funding

South African Micro Apex Fund (SAMAF)

Programme Criteria Exclusions

Non-South African citizens, individuals, and the employed are excluded

Business requirements

Being in any legal business or wanting to start a business

Previously disadvantaged

Currently it is 100% Black

Other

Need a bank savings account

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Feedback required

Apply in person to office, Program explanation to potential clients, Formation of a group, Application, Group certification, Loan approval, Loan agreement signing, Disbursement, Repayment, Monitoring, Reapplication. Gathered by field worker during monitoring

Copy of Application form

Obtain in person from office

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Obtain in person from office

Contact Details Contact Name

Banga Thusi

Position

Manager

Telephone No.

033 342-8264

Fax No.

033 394-1471

Cell/Other No.

082 254-5261

Postal Address

P O Box 3493, Pietermaritzburg, 3201

Physical Address

6 Gallwey Lane, Pietermaritzburg

E-mail Address

[email protected] or [email protected]

KZN Department of Economic Development

155

United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Organisation/Department

United States Agency for International Development - USAID

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Training

Summary of Programme

USAID programmes support South Africa's efforts to increase access to quality education and training for previously disadvantaged groups. Certain programmes are focused on fostering the growth and development of small and emerging urban and rural businesses by providing linkages and market opportunities that did not exist or were constrained under apartheid. Other efforts concentrate on: promoting a well-governed stable democracy; expanding HIV/AIDS prevention treatment, care and support; giving special attention to orphans and primary health care; improving South Africa's ability to analyse and implement economic principles; supporting access to houses; municipal services and urban improvement and support; and technical assistance to neighbouring countries and borders.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R10,000 - R5 million

Comments

No set amount, differs per year

Programme Criteria Previously disadvantaged

Only previously disadvantaged individuals will be supported.

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Contact the Mission Director for details.

Contact Details Contact Name

Carleene Dei

Position

Mission Director

Telephone No.

012 452-2000

Fax No.

012 452-2399

Postal Address

P O Box 43, Groenkloof, 0027

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.sn.apc.org/usaidsa

KZN Department of Economic Development

156

Vukuzakhe Programme Organisation/Department

KZN Department of Transport

General Information Provide funding

No

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Contracts, training and mentorship

Summary of Programme

The programme aims to give contractors from disadvantaged communities the opportunity to compete for civil engineering contracts. Contractors must register with the database by filling in the database capture form. Contractors then tender for work in the usual way. If you win the tender, you will receive mentorship and training on the job. Graduates of the programme will have the skills to run any business. Training consists of contract administration and business, technical and financial skills.

Funding Information Total available in program

R33 million in 2005

Programme Criteria Industry

Civil engineering

Previously disadvantaged

African, Indian and Coloured

Other

Must be registered on the database and must tender for work in the usual way

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Complete the Vukuzakhe Data Base Capture Form and submit to your nearest KZN Department of Transport office. Apply for tenders (see advertisements in press and at local offices) - you will require a tax clearance, bank statement, and proof of company name. If you win the tender, you will receive mentoring and training on the job.

Feedback required

Regular feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

Obtain forms from any KZN Department of Transport office.

Contact Details Contact Name

Sibongele Masuku

Position

Consultant: Economic Empowerment Directorate

Telephone No.

033 355-8950

Fax No.

033 355-8775

Postal Address

Private Bag X9043, Pietermaritzburg, 3200

Physical Address

172 Burger Street, Pietermaritzburg

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.kzntransport.gov.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

157

Water Research Commission (WRC) Organisation/Department

Water Research Commission (WRC)

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Advice

Summary of Programme

The Water Research Commission (WRC) functions as a water-centred knowledge hub locally, in Africa and globally. The WRC invests in the creation, dissemination and application of knowledge in 5 Key Strategic Areas (KSAs): water resource management, water-linked ecosystems, water use and waste management, water utilisation in agriculture, and water-centred knowledge.

Programme Criteria Industry

Water and associated industries

Previously disadvantaged

Preference

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Call for proposals are advertised; applications are received and assessed; funding is approved for projects which meet the requirements of the organisation.

Window periods for applying

May to July of each year

Copy of Application form

Website

Copy of Business plan/Framework

Can be posted on request

Contact Details Contact Name

Yuven Gounden

Position

PR/Communication Officer

Telephone No.

012 330-0340

Cell/Other No.

083 297-1214

Fax No.

012 331-2565

Postal Address

Private Bag X03, Gezina, 0031

Physical Address

Marumati Building, 491 18th Avenue, Rietfontein, 0084

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.wrc.org.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

158

ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre Organisation/Department

ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

General Information Provide funding

Yes

Provide assistance

Yes

Nature of assistance

Technology etc.

Summary of Programme

The ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre is a section 21 company that encourages and supports artisanal and small-scale mining in Southern Africa by demonstrating appropriate, safe and environmentally benign technologies for mineral beneficiation, and assisting with their implementation. Existing technologies are improved, and new ones introduced that have been developed specifically for this historically underserviced sector.

Funding Information Maximum per application

R1 million

Comments

Annual limits depend on the assessment of the project

Total available in program

Approximately R50 million

Programme Criteria Industry

Mining and added value

Matching funding

10% from the applicant

Previously disadvantaged

Focus is on Black Empowerment Enterprises

Application Procedure Description of procedure

Telephonic discussion followed by a meeting. Then complete the application form and an assessment will be carried out.

Feedback required

Continuous feedback is required.

Copy of Application form

Obtain from the centre

Contact Details Contact Name

Dr Colin Logan

Position

CEO

Telephone No.

011 709-4674

Fax No.

011 709-4625

Postal Address

P O Box 146, Fountainbleau, 2032

E-mail Address

[email protected]

Website Address

www.zenzeletech.co.za

KZN Department of Economic Development

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List of Programme Names and Abbreviations

161

2.

List of Programmes grouped by Organisation

167

3.

List of Programmes that provide Funding

173

4.

List of Programmes that provide Assistance

177

5.

List of Programmes that have Regional Requirements

182

6.

List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry

183

7.

List of Programmes that have Preference / Requirements for the involvement of those Previously Disadvantaged (women, youth, disabled, black etc.)

188

KZN Department of Economic Development

160

Appendix 1 List of Programme Names and Abbreviations Programme

Aberdare Pietermaritzburg

Abbreviated Programme Name Aberdare Cables

Organisation

Abbreviated Organisation Name -

ABSA Group Foundation

-

ABSA

-

ABSA Small Business Foundation

-

ABSA

-

ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP) Ackermans PnP Foundation Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund

ACAT EDP AAAF

Africa Co-operative Action Trust

ACAT

Pick 'n Pay

-

Actis

-

Agriculture Extension Support Programme

-

KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs

Anglo Khula Mining Fund

-

Anglo American and Khula Enterprise Finance

Apex Fund - Capacity-Building Grant

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Micro Finance Apex Fund

the dti/DTI / SAMAF

Apex Fund - Micro Enterprise Development Loan

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Micro Finance Apex Fund

the dti/DTI / SAMAF

Apex Fund - Poverty Alleviation Loan

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Micro Finance Apex Fund

the dti/DTI / SAMAF

Artisanal Small Scale Mining Training School

ASSM

-

-

Arts and Culture Trust

Arts Development Funding Scheme

-

National Arts Council

Barloworld ARTWORKS Black Business Supplier Development Programme Business and Arts South Africa

SAS BBSDP BASA

-

Mintek

Arts and Culture Trust AusAID Small Activities Scheme

KZN DAEA

Australian Agency for International Development Barloworld / Business and Arts South Africa Department of Trade and Industry Business and Arts South Africa - Supporting Grant Scheme

NAC AusAID BASA the dti/DTI BASA

Business Partners

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners - Khula Start-up Fund

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners - Umsobomvu Franchise Fund

-

Business Partners

-

Royal Danish Embassy

-

Business to Business Programme

KZN Department of Economic Development

B2B

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Coastal College KZN Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa

Abbreviated Programme Name Coastal College KZN CURSA

Organisation

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa

Critical Infrastructure Programme

-

Department of Trade and Industry

CSIR Biosciences Process and Product Development Programme

-

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility and Affirmative Procurement

-

DaimlerChrysler South Africa

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) Tourism Business Booklet

-

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Abbreviated Organisation Name CURSA the dti/DTI CSIR DEAT

Department of Trade and Industry General Services

the dti/DTI

Department of Trade and Industry

Development Bank of Southern Africa - Corporate Finance Unit

DBSA CFU

Development Bank of Southern Africa

DBSA

Development Bank of Southern Africa - Project Finance SA

DBSA PFSA

Development Bank of Southern Africa

DBSA

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

DACT

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

DACT

the dti/DTI

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eThekwini Grant and Aid

-

eThekwini Municipality

-

Export Marketing and Investment Assistance - Missions

EMIA

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

First National Bank Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund

-

First National Bank

FNB

FirstRand Foundation

-

FirstRand Foundation

Foreign Investment Grant

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

FRAIN Business Support

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

FRAIN Franchise Cadets

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

FRAIN Information, Advice and Training

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

-

Gijima Business Enabling Fund

BEF

KZN Department of Economic Development

KZN DED

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

LCF

KZN Department of Economic Development

KZN DED

Global Environment Facility

GEF

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

HBD Fund2

KZN Department of Economic Development

-

HBD Venture Capital

DEAT -

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IBM International Foundation International Finance Corporation

Abbreviated Programme Name IBM IFC

Organisation

Abbreviated Organisation Name -

International Finance Corporation

IFC

Investing in Culture

-

Department of Arts and Culture

DAC

Isibaya Fund

-

Public Investment Corporation

PIC

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Ithala Development Finance Corporation

-

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

-

Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund

KERPEF

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute Ithala Development Finance Corporation

ISFI -

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

-

Kagiso Trust

-

Kgabane Trust

-

Mintek

-

Khula - Business Partners Start-up Fund

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Khula - Credit Guarantee Scheme – Individual Guarantee Scheme

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Khula - Thuso Mentorship Programme

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Khumbulani Craft

-

Khumbulani Craft

-

KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre KZN Manufacturing Advisory Centre - see Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda) Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development

KZN ISC KZNMac - see Seda LRAD

KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre Department of Trade and Industry Department of Land Affairs

LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust

-

LILFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust

MAFISA

-

Department of Agriculture / Land Bank

Maputoland Development & Information Centre

MDIC

Maputoland Development & Information Centre

KZN ISC the dti/DTI DLA East Coast BRIC MDIC

Marang Financial Services

-

Marang Financial Services

-

Micro Enterprise Alliance

-

Micro Enterprise Alliance

-

Missions in Technology

KZN Department of Economic Development

MiTech

National Research Foundation

NRF

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Natal Portland Cement - Corporate Social Investment and Affirmative Procurement National Development Agency Request for Proposals and Programmes Cluster

Abbreviated Programme Name Natal Portland Cement NDA RFP

Organisation

National Development Agency

National Heritage Resources Fund

-

South African Heritage Resources Agency

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

-

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

National Productivity Institute - Job Creation Programme

Abbreviated Organisation Name NPC NDA SAHRA -

NPI

National Productivity Institute

NPI

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Nedcor Foundation

-

Nedcor Foundation

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business Support Centre

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business Support Centre

-

Old Mutual Corporate Social Investment

-

Old Mutual Foundation

-

Patent Support Fund (SME)

-

National Research Foundation - Innovation Fund

Pitseng Trust

-

Pitseng Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

Progress Fund - see First National Bank (FNB) Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

First National Bank

Project Gateway

-

Project Gateway

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages / South African International Business Linkages Provenance Art PUM - Netherlands Advisory Service Quickberry SABS SMME Support Programme Seda / KZNMac Programmes Seda eThekwini - Business Development Unit

KZN Department of Economic Development

PAL / SAIBL PUM SABS - SMME

South African International Business Linkages / United States Agency for International Development

FNB SAIBL / USAID

PH Design

-

Netherlands Advisory Service

-

Quickberry

-

South African Bureau of Standards

Seda / KZNMac Department of Trade and Industry Seda

NRF

Department of Trade and Industry

SABS the dti/DTI the dti/DTI

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Seda eThekwini - Business Information Services

Abbreviated Organisation Programme Name Seda Department of Trade and Industry

Abbreviated Organisation Name the dti/DTI

Seda eThekwini - Resources

Seda

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Seda eThekwini - Tender Advice Centre

Seda

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Seda Technology Transfer

Seda

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI KZN DAEA

Siyavuna

-

KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Sizanani Advisory Services

-

Sizanani Advisory Services

-

Small and Medium Enterprise Development Programmes Small Enterprise Development Agency / KZNMac Programmes - see Seda

SMEDP

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Seda

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Small Scale Mining Directorate

-

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs

DME

Social Plan

-

National Productivity Institute

NPI

South African Breweries Kickstart Competition

-

South African Breweries

SAB

South African International Business Linkages – see Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages South African Micro Finance Apex Fund – see Apex Fund South African Women in Mining Association Strategic Investment Programme Support Programme for Industrial Development Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative Technology Advancement Programme

SAIBL – see PAL United States Agency for International Development SAMAF SAWIMA

Department of Trade and Industry South African Women in Mining Association

USAID the dti/DTI SAWIMA

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

SPII

Industrial Development Corporation

IDC

SSACI

Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative

SSACI

TAP

National Research Foundation

NRF

Technology and Human Resources for Industry

THRIP

National Research Foundation

NRF

Technology for Women In Business Women Empowerment Programme

TWIB

Technology for Women In Business

Technology Transfer for Social Impact

KZN Department of Economic Development

-

Department of Science and Technology

TWIB DST

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TechnoServe Thekwini Business Development Centre - see Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) Tourism Business Booklet - see Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism - Tourism Business Booklet

Abbreviated Programme Name TNS TechnoServe

Organisation

TBDC - see Seda Department of Trade and Industry

Abbreviated Organisation Name TNS the dti/DTI

DEAT

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

Tourism Business Development

-

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

Tourism Enterprise Programme

TEP

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

Tourism KZN - Information and Knowledge Management

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN - Marketing Partnership Programme

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN - Registration

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN - SMME Support Programme

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Umcebo Trust

-

Umcebo Trust

-

Umsobomvu BDSVP

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Umsobomvu - School to Work

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Umsobomvu - Skills Development and Transfer Programme

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

Umsobomvu - Business Development Services Vouchers Programme

United States Agency for International Development Vukuzakhe Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

KZN Department of Economic Development

USAID

United States Agency for International Development

USAID

-

KZN Department of Transport

-

WRC

Water Research Commission

WRC

-

ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

-

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Appendix 2 List of Programmes grouped by Organisation

Organisation Aberdare Cables ABSA Actis Africa Co-operative Action Trust Anglo American Apex Fund (South African Micro Finance Apex Fund) Arts and Culture Trust Australian Agency for International Development Barloworld Business and Arts South Africa Business Partners

Abbreviated Organisation Name Aberdare Pietermaritzburg ACAT SAMAF AusAID

Programme

Abbreviated Programme Name -

ABSA Group Foundation

-

ABSA Small Business Foundation

-

Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme (EDP)

AAAF ACAT EDP

Anglo Khula Mining Fund

-

Apex Fund Programmes (South African Micro Finance Apex Fund)

-

Arts and Culture Trust

-

AusAID Small Activities Scheme

SAS

-

Barloworld ARTWORKS

-

BASA

Barloworld ARTWORKS

-

Business and Arts South Africa - Supporting Grant Scheme

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners Khula Start-up Fund

-

Business Partners Umsobomvu Franchise Fund

-

-

Business Trust

-

Tourism Enterprise Programme

-

Coastal College KZN

-

Coastal College KZN

-

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa

CURSA

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

CSIR

CSIR Biosciences Process and Product Development Programme

-

DaimlerChrysler South Africa

-

DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility and Affirmative

-

Department of Agriculture

-

MAFISA

-

Investing in Culture

-

Department of Arts and Culture

KZN Department of Economic Development

DAC

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa

CURSA

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Organisation Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Abbreviated Organisation Name Global Environment Facility DEAT

Programme

Abbreviated Programme Name GEF

Tourism Business Booklet

-

Tourism Business Development

-

Tourism Enterprise Programme

-

Department of Land Affairs

DLA

Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development

Department of Labour

DOL

Social Plan

-

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs

DME

Small Scale Mining Directorate

-

Department of Science and Technology

DST

Technology Transfer for Social Impact

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Apex Fund Programmes (South African Micro Finance Apex Fund)

SAMAF

Black Business Supplier Development Programme

BBSDP

Critical Infrastructure Programme

-

Department of Trade and Industry - General Services

the dti/DTI

Export Marketing and Investment Assistance: Missions

EMIA

Foreign Investment Grant

-

FRAIN Programmes

-

KZN Manufacturing Advisory Centre - see Small Enterprise Development Agency

KZNMac - see Seda

Seda / KZNMac Programmes

Seda / KZNMac

Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) / KZNMac Programmes

Seda / KZNMac

Small and Medium Enterprise Development Programmes

SMEDP

South African Micro Finance Apex Fund – see Apex Fund

-

Strategic Investment Programme

-

Thekwini Business Development Centre - see Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) Umsobomvu Programmes

KZN Department of Economic Development

LRAD

TBDC - see Seda -

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Appendix 2 List of Programmes grouped by Organisation

Organisation Development Bank of Southern Africa

Abbreviated Organisation Programme Name DBSA Development Bank of Southern Africa - Corporate Finance Unit Development Bank of Southern Africa - Project Finance SA

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

DACT

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

Abbreviated Programme Name DBSA CSU DBSA PFSA DACT

ECI Africa

-

Tourism Enterprise Programme

-

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eThekwini Municipality

-

eThekwini Grant and Aid

-

First National Bank Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund

-

FirstRand Foundation

-

First National Bank FirstRand Foundation Franchise Advice and Information Network

FNB FRAIN

Gijima

FRAIN Programmes

FRAIN

See KZN Department of Economic Development

-

HBD Venture Capital

-

HBD Fund2

-

IBM

-

IBM International Foundation

-

Industrial Development Corporation

IDC

Support Programme for Industrial Development

SPII

International Finance Corporation

IFC

International Finance Corporation

IFC

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Ithala Development Finance Corporation

-

Ithala Development Finance Corporation

-

Jim Joel Trust

-

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

-

Kagiso Trust

-

Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund

KERPEF

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Anglo Khula Mining Fund

-

Khula - Business Partners Start-up Fund

-

Khula - Credit Guarantee Scheme

-

Khula - Thuso Mentorship Programme

-

Khumbulani Craft

-

Khumbulani Craft KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre

KZN Department of Economic Development

KZN ISC

KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre

KZN ISC

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Appendix 2 List of Programmes grouped by Organisation

Organisation KwaZulu-Natal Manufacturing Advisory Centre KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs KZN Department of Economic Development

Abbreviated Organisation Programme Name KZNMac See Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) KZN DAEA KZN DED

Abbreviated Programme Name Seda

Agriculture Extension Support Programmes

-

Siyavuna

-

Gijima Business Enabling Fund

BEF

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

LCF

KZN Department of Transport

-

Vukuzakhe

-

Land Bank of Southern Africa

-

MAFISA

-

LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust Maputoland Development and Information Centre

East Coast BRIC LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust MDIC

Maputoland Development and Information Centre

MDIC

Marang Financial Services

-

Marang Financial Services

-

Micro Enterprise Alliance

-

Micro Enterprise Alliance

-

Mintek

-

Artisanal Small Scale Mining Training School

ASSM

Kgabane Trust

-

Natal Portland Cement

NPC

Natal Portland Cement Corporate Social Investment and Affirmative

-

National Arts Council

NAC

Arts Development Funding Scheme

-

National Development Agency

NDA

National Development Agency Request for Proposals and Programmes Cluster

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund National Productivity Institute National Research Foundation

NPI NRF

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

-

National Productivity institute Job Creation Programme

-

Social Plan

-

Missions in Technology Patent Support Fund (SME) Technology Advancement Programme Technology and Human Resources for Industry

KZN Department of Economic Development

NDA

MiTech TAP THRIP

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Appendix 2 List of Programmes grouped by Organisation

Organisation Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet Nedcor Foundation Netherlands Advisory Service

Abbreviated Organisation Programme Name Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet PUM

Nedcor Foundation

Abbreviated Programme Name -

PUM - Netherlands Advisory Service

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business Support Centre

-

Old Mutual Foundation

-

Old Mutual Corporate Social Investment

-

PH Design

-

Provenance Art

-

Pick 'n Pay

-

Ackermans PnP Foundation

-

Pitseng Trust

-

Pitseng Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

Project Gateway

-

Project Gateway

-

Public Investment Corporation

PIC

Isibaya Fund

PUM – Netherlands Advisory Service

PUM

PUM - Netherlands Advisory Service

PUM

Quickberry

-

Quickberry

-

Royal Danish Embassy

-

Business to Business Programme

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Sizanani Advisory Services

-

Sizanani Advisory Services

-

B2B

Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) / KZNMac

Seda

Seda Programmes

Seda

Small Enterprise Development Agency / KZNMac

Seda

Seda Programmes

Seda

South African Breweries

SAB

South African Breweries Kickstart Competition

-

South African Bureau of Standards

SABS

SABS SMME Support Programme

-

South African Heritage Resources Agency

SAHRA

National Heritage Resources Fund

-

South African International Business Linkages

SAIBL

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages

South African Micro Finance Apex Fund - see Apex Fund

SAMAF

See Apex Fund

KZN Department of Economic Development

PAL -

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Appendix 2 List of Programmes grouped by Organisation

Organisation South African Women in Mining Association

Abbreviated Organisation Programme Name SAWIMA South African Women in Mining Association

Abbreviated Programme Name SAWIMA

Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative

SSACI

Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative

SSACI

Technology for Women In Business

TWIB

Technology for Women In Business Women Empowerment Programme

TWIB

TechnoServe

TNS

TechnoServe

TNS

Thekwini Business Development Centre – see Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency)

TBDC – see Seda

Thekwini Business Development Centre Programmes – see Seda (Small Enterprise Development Agency) Programmes

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN Programmes

-

Umcebo Trust

-

Umcebo Trust

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Business Partners Umsobomvu Franchise Fund

-

First National Bank (FNB) Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund

-

Umsobomvu Programmes

-

Umthombo Small Business Ser5vices Coop

-

Umthombo Small Business Ser5vices Coop Ltd United States Agency for International Development

USAID

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages / South African International Business Linkages United States Agency for International Development

Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

KZN Department of Economic Development

WRC -

Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

TBDC – see Seda

PAL SAIBL USAID WRC -

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Appendix 3 List of Programmes that provide Funding

Programme Aberdare Pietermaritzburg

Abbreviated Programme Name -

Organisation Aberdare Cables

Abbreviated Organisation Name -

ABSA Group Foundation

-

ABSA

-

ABSA Small Business Funding

-

ABSA

-

ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme Ackermans PnP Foundation Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund

ACAT EDP AAAF

Africa Co-operative Action Trust Pick 'n Pay

-

Actis

-

Anglo Khula Mining Fund

-

Anglo American and Khula Enterprise Finance

Apex Fund Programmes

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Micro Finance Apex Fund

Arts and Culture Trust

-

Arts and Culture Trust

Arts Development Funding Scheme

-

National Arts Council

AusAID Small Activities Scheme Black Business Supplier Development Programme Business and Arts South Africa

SAS BBSDP BASA

ACAT

Australian Agency for International Development Department of Trade and Industry Business and Arts South Africa

the dti/DTI / SAMAF NAC AusAID the dti/DTI BASA

Business Partners

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners - Khula Start-up Fund

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners - Umsobomvu Franchise Fund

-

Business Partners

-

Royal Danish Embassy

-

Business to Business Programme

B2B

Critical Infrastructure Programme

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Department of Trade and Industry - General Services

the dti/DTI

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Development Bank of Southern Africa - Corporate Finance Unit

DBSA CFU

Development Bank of Southern Africa

DBSA

Development Bank of Southern Africa - Project Finance SA

DBSA PFSA

Development Bank of Southern Africa

DBSA

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eThekwini Grant and Aid

-

eThekwini Municipality

-

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 3 List of Programmes that provide Funding

Programme Export Marketing and Investment Assistance - Missions

Abbreviated Programme Name EMIA

Organisation Department of Trade and Industry

First National Bank Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund

-

First National Bank

FirstRand Foundation

-

FirstRand Foundation

Foreign Investment Grant

-

Department of Trade and Industry

Abbreviated Organisation Name the dti/DTI FNB the dti/DTI

Gijima Business Enabling Fund

BEF

KZN Department of Economic Development

KZN DED

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

LCF

KZN Department of Economic Development

KZN DED

Global Environment Facility

GEF

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

HBD Fund2

-

HBD Venture Capital

-

IBM International Foundation

-

IBM

-

International Finance Corporation

IFC

International Finance Corporation

IFC

Investing in Culture

-

Department of Arts and Culture

DAC

Isibaya Fund

-

Public Investment Corporation

PIC

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Ithala Development Finance Corporation

-

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

-

Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund

KERPEF

Khula Business Partners Start-up Fund

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute Ithala Development Finance Corporation

ISFI -

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

-

Kagiso Trust

-

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Khula Credit Guarantee Scheme – Individual Guarantee Scheme

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Khula Thuso Mentorship Programme

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust MAFISA Maputoland Development and Information Centre Marang Financial Services

KZN Department of Economic Development

LRAD MDIC -

Department of Land Affairs LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust Department of Agriculture / Land Bank Maputoland Development & Information Centre Marang Financial Services

DLA East Coast BRIC MDIC -

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Appendix 3 List of Programmes that provide Funding

Programme Micro Enterprise Alliance Missions in Technology Natal Portland Cement - Corporate Social Investment and Affirmative Procurement National Development Agency Request for Proposals and Programmes Cluster

Abbreviated Programme Name MiTech NDA RFP

Organisation Micro Enterprise Alliance National Research Foundation

NRF

Natal Portland Cement

NPC

National Development Agency

NDA

National Heritage Resources Fund

-

South African Heritage Resources Agency

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

-

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

National Productivity Institute Job Creation Programme

Abbreviated Organisation Name -

SAHRA -

NPI

National Productivity Institute

NPI

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Nedcor Foundation

-

Nedcor Foundation

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business

-

Old Mutual Corporate Social Investment

-

Old Mutual Foundation

-

Patent Support Fund (SME)

-

National Research Foundation - Innovation Fund

Pitseng Trust

-

Pitseng Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages / South African International Business Linkages Quickberry SABS SMME Support Programme Seda / KZNMac Programmes Seda Technology Transfer Programme Siyazisiza Trust Small and Medium Enterprise Development Programmes

KZN Department of Economic Development

PAL / SAIBL -

South African International Business Linkages / United States Agency for International Development Quickberry

NRF

SAIBL / USAID -

SABS SMME

South African Bureau of Standards

SABS

Seda / KZNMac

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Seda

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

SMEDP

Siyazisiza Trust Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

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Appendix 3 List of Programmes that provide Funding

Programme Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda) / KZNMac Programmes

Abbreviated Programme Name Seda / KZNMac

Organisation Department of Trade and Industry

Abbreviated Organisation Name the dti/DTI

Small Scale Mining Directorate

-

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs

DME

South African Breweries Kickstart Competition

-

South African Breweries

SAB

Strategic Investment Programme

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

SPII

Industrial Development Corporation

IDC

Support Programme for Industrial Development Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative Technology Advancement Programme Technology and Human Resources for Industry

SSACI

Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative

SSACI

TAP

National Research Foundation

NRF

THRIP

National Research Foundation

NRF DST

Technology Transfer for Social Impact

-

Department of Science and Technology

Tourism Business Development

-

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

Tourism Enterprise Programme

TEP

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

Umsobomvu Skills Development and Transfer Programme

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

United States Agency for International Development Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

KZN Department of Economic Development

USAID WRC -

United States Agency for International Development Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

USAID WRC -

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Appendix 4 List of Programmes that provide Assistance

Programme Aberdare Pietermaritzburg

Abbreviated Programme Name Aberdare Cables

Organisation

Abbreviated Organisation Name -

ABSA Group Foundation

-

ABSA

-

ABSA Small Business Funding

-

ABSA

-

ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme

ACAT EDP

Africa Co-operative Action Trust

Agriculture Extension Support Programme

-

KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs

Anglo Khula Mining Fund

-

Anglo American and Khula Enterprise Finance

Apex Fund Programmes

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Micro Finance Apex Fund

Artisanal Small Scale Mining Training School Barloworld ARTWORKS Black Business Supplier Development Programme Business and Arts South Africa

ASSM BBSDP BASA

Mintek Barloworld / Business and Arts South Africa Department of Trade and Industry Business and Arts South Africa

ACAT KZN DAEA the dti/DTI / SAMAF BASA the dti/DTI BASA

Business Partners

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners - Khula Start-up Fund

-

Business Partners

-

Business Partners - Umsobomvu Franchise Fund

-

Business Partners

-

Royal Danish Embassy

-

Coastal College KZN

-

Business to Business Programme Coastal College KZN Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa

B2B CURSA

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa

CURSA

CSIR Biosciences Process and Product Development Programme

-

Council for Scientific and Industrial Research

CSIR

DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility and Affirmative Procurement

-

DaimlerChrysler South Africa

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) Tourism Business Booklet

DEAT

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Department of Trade and Industry - General Services

the dti/DTI

Department of Trade and Industry

Development Bank of Southern Africa - Corporate Finance Unit

DBSA CFU

Development Bank of Southern Africa

KZN Department of Economic Development

DEAT the dti/DTI DBSA

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Appendix 4 List of Programmes that provide Assistance

Programme Development Bank of Southern Africa - Project Finance SA Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name DBSA PFSA Development Bank of Southern Africa DACT

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

Abbreviated Organisation Name DBSA DACT

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

First National Bank Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund

-

First National Bank

FirstRand Foundation

-

FirstRand Foundation

FRAIN - Business Support

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

FRAIN - Franchise Cadets

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

FRAIN - Information, Advice and Training

-

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

HBD Fund2

-

HBD Venture Capital

-

IBM International Foundation

-

IBM

-

FNB -

International Finance Corporation

IFC

International Finance Corporation

IFC

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Ithala Development Finance Corporation Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund

KERPEF

Ithala Development Finance Corporation

-

Kagiso Trust

-

Kgabane Trust

-

Mintek

-

Khula Thuso Mentorship Programme

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

-

Khumbulani Craft

-

Khumbulani Craft

-

KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust MAFISA Maputoland Development & Information Centre Micro Enterprise Alliance Missions in Technology

KZN Department of Economic Development

KZNISC MDIC MiTech

KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre LILFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Regional Innovation Centre Trust Department of Agriculture / Land Bank Maputoland Development & Information Centre Micro Enterprise Alliance National Research Foundation

KZNISC East Coast BRIC MDIC NRF

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Appendix 4 List of Programmes that provide Assistance

Programme Natal Portland Cement - Corporate Social Investment and Affirmative Procurement National Development Agency Request for Proposals and Programmes Cluster

Abbreviated Programme Name Natal Portland Cement

Organisation

Abbreviated Organisation Name NPC

NDA RFP

National Development Agency

NDA

NPI

National Productivity Institute

NPI

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Nedcor Foundation

-

Nedcor Foundation

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry - Business Support

-

Patent Support Fund (SME)

-

National Research Foundation - Innovation Fund

PlantBio Trust

-

PlantBio Trust

-

Project Gateway

-

Project Gateway

-

National Productivity Institute Job Creation Programme

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages / South African International Business Linkages Provenance Art PUM - Netherlands Advisory Service Quickberry SABS SMME Support Programme Seda / KZNMac Programmes

PAL / SAIBL PUM -

South African International Business Linkages / United States Agency for International Development

SAIBL / USAID

PH Design

-

Netherlands Advisory Service

-

Quickberry

-

SABS - SMME South African Bureau of Standards

SABS

Department of Trade and Industry

the dti/DTI

Seda eThekwini - Business Development Unit

Seda (formerly Department of Trade and Industry TBDC)

the dti/DTI

Seda eThekwini - Business Information Services

Seda (formerly Department of Trade and Industry TBDC)

the dti/DTI

Seda eThekwini - Resources

Seda (formerly Department of Trade and Industry TBDC)

the dti/DTI

Seda eThekwini - Tender Advice Centre

Seda (formerly Department of Trade and Industry TBDC)

the dti/DTI

KZN Department of Economic Development

Seda

NRF

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Appendix 4 List of Programmes that provide Assistance

Programme Seda Technology Transfer Programme

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name Seda Department of Trade and Industry

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Siyazisiza Trust

Siyavuna

-

KZN Department of Agriculture and Environmental Affairs

Sizanani Advisory Services

-

Sizanani Advisory Services

Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda) / KZNMac Programmes

Seda / KZNMac Department of Trade and Industry

Abbreviated Organisation Name the dti/DTI KZN DAEA the dti/DTI

Small Scale Mining Directorate

-

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs

DME

Social Plan

-

National Productivity Institute

NPI

South African Breweries Kickstart Competition

-

South African Breweries

SAB

South African Women in Mining Association Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative Technology Advancement Programme Technology for Women In Business Women Empowerment Programme

SAWIMA SSACI TAP TWIB

South African Women in Mining Association Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative National Research Foundation Technology for Women In Business

SAWIMA SSACI NRF TWIB

Technology Transfer for Social Impact

-

Department of Science and Technology

DST

Technoserve

-

Technoserve

Tourism Business Development

-

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

Tourism Enterprise Programme

TEP

Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism

DEAT

-

Tourism KZN - Information and Knowledge Management

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN - Marketing Partnership Programme

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN - Registration

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Tourism KZN - SMME Support Programme

-

Tourism KZN

KZN Tourism

Umcebo Trust

-

Umcebo Trust

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Umsobomvu Business Development Services Vouchers Programme

KZN Department of Economic Development

Umsobomvu BDSVP

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Appendix 4 List of Programmes that provide Assistance

Programme Umsobomvu School to Work

Abbreviated Programme Name Umsobomvu Youth Fund

Organisation

Abbreviated Organisation Name -

Umsobomvu Skills Development and Transfer Programme

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

United States Agency for International Development Vukuzakhe Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

KZN Department of Economic Development

USAID

United States Agency for International Development

USAID

-

KZN Department of Transport

-

WRC

Water Research Commission

WRC

-

ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

-

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Appendix 5 List of Programmes that have Regional Restrictions

Programme ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme Apex Fund Programmes Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name ACT EDP Africa Co-operative Action Trust (ACAT) DACT

Regional Restriction

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Micro Finance Apex Fund

11 districts in KZN - see website www.acatkzn.co.za Available to those in rural and peri-urban areas

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology

Richards Bay

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

-

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust

Gauteng but will support off-site clients

eThekwini Grant and Aid

-

eThekwini Municipality

eThekwini Municipality only

Gijima Business Enabling Fund

BEF

KZN Department of Economic Development LED Project Co-ordinating Unit (Gijima)

All district municipality areas except eThekwini

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

LCF

KZN Department of Economic Development EU LED Project Co-ordinating Unit (Gijima)

All district municipality areas except eThekwini

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute

ISFI

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute (ISFI)

Limited to certain areas in Durban

Khumbulani Craft

Makhanyakude, Nyamithi, and Zululand District B

Maputoland Development and Information Centre or Community-Based Organisations Network

Mhlabuyalingana local Municipality and Mkhanyakude District Municipality

National Development Agency (NDA)

Rural bias

Khumbulani Craft Maputoland Development and Information Centre or Community-Based Organisations Network National Development Agency Request for Proposals and Programmes Cluster

MDIC NDA RFP

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry Business Support Centre

-

Newcastle Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Northern KZN

Project Gateway

-

Project Gateway

Pietermaritzburg

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Siyazisiza Trust

Makhanyakude, Nyamithi, Uthungulu and Zululand District B

TechnoServe (TNS)

Rural only

Umcebo Trust

Durban

TechnoServe

TNS

Umcebo Trust

-

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 6 List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry

Industry Agriculture and associated industries

Programme Actis Africa Agribusiness Fund (AAAF) Agriculture Extension Support Programme Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development (LRAD) MAFISA Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages (PAL) Siyazisiza Trust Siyavuna Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme Technology Transfer for Social Impact TechnoServe

Aluminium

Downstream Aluminium Centre of Technology (DACT)

Arts / crafts / culture etc.

Arts and Culture Trust Arts Development Funding Scheme Barloworld ARTWORKS Business and Arts South Africa Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund Investing in Culture Kgabane Trust Khumbulani Craft National Heritage Resources Fund National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund Provenance Art

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 6 List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry

Industry Arts / crafts / culture etc. CONTINUED

Programme Siyazisiza Trust Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme Umcebo Trust

Biotechnology

eGoliBIO Incubator Trust LIFElab / East Coast Biotechnology Innovation Centre (BRIC) Trust PlantBio Trust

Catering

Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative (SSACI)

Childhood Development

Jim Joel Education and Training Fund

Construction / building / civil engineering

Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa (CURSA) Foreign Investment Grant Natal Portland Cement (NPC) Corporate Social Investment Strategic Investment Programme Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme Vukuzakhe

Energy / electricity, gas and water supply

Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme

Environment

Global Environment Facility (GEF) National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

Exporting

Export Marketing and Investment Assistance - Missions

Film and television

Export Marketing and Investment Assistance - Missions

Finance

Apex Fund - Capacity Building Grant

Food Processing

CSIR Biosciences - Process and Product Development Programme

Franchising

FRAIN Programmes

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 6 List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry

Industry

Programme

Information technology (IT), communication, and Export Marketing Assistance Incentive (EMIA) - Missions electronics (ICT) Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund IBM International Foundation KwaZulu-Natal Innovation Support Centre (KZNISC) Support Programme for Industrial Development (SPII) Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative (SSACI) Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme Infrastructure

Critical Infrastructure Programme Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Foreign Investment Grant Strategic Investment Programme Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP)

Manufacture

Coastal College KZN DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Affirmative Procurement Export Marketing Assistance Incentive (EMIA) - Missions Seda Technology Transfer Programme South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) - SMME Support Programme Support Programme for Industrial Development (SPII) Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 6 List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry

Industry Mining

Programme Anglo Khula Mining Fund Artisanal Small Scale Mining (ASSM) Training School Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa (CURSA) Small Scale Mining Directorate South African Women in Mining Association (SAWIMA) Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

Research, science, engineering and technology

Missions in Technology (MiTech) Patent Support Fund (SME) PlantBio Trust Technology Advancement Programme (TAP) Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP)

Retailing

Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative (SSACI)

Services

Coastal College KZN DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Affirmative Procurement Export Marketing Assistance Incentive (EMIA) - Missions South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) - SMME Support Programme Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative (SSACI) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme

Sport and recreation

National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund

Textiles and clothing

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 6 List of Programmes that have Industry Requirements, grouped by Industry

Industry Tourism

Programme Community Upliftment in Rural South Africa (CURSA) Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEAT) Tourism Business Booklet Export Marketing Assistance Incentive (EMIA) - Missions Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative (SSACI) Technology for Women In Business (TWIB) - Women Empowerment Programme Tourism Business Development Tourism Enterprise Programme (TEP) Tourism KZN - Information and Knowledge Management Tourism KZN - Marketing Partnership Programme Tourism KZN - Registration Tourism KZN - SMME Support Programme

Transport and logistics

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund Swiss South Africa Cooperation Initiative (SSACI) Technology and Human Resources for Industry (THRIP)

Water and associated industries

Water Research Commission (WRC)

Wood and wood products

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

KZN Department of Economic Development

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Appendix 7 List of Programmes that have Preference / Requirements for the involvement of those who were Previously Disadvantaged (women, youth, disabled, Black etc.)

Programme Aberdare Pietermaritzburg

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name Aberdare Cables

Previously Disadvantaged Preference / Requirement Must be 100% Black-owned

ABSA Group Foundation

-

ABSA

Special emphasis on women and the disabled in the informal sector. Preference also given to groups

ABSA Small Business Funding

-

ABSA

BEE required

Africa Co-operative Action Trust (ACAT)

All participants are the previously disadvantaged Depends on the fund

ACAT Entrepreneurial Development Programme

ACAT EDP

Ackermans PnP Foundation

-

Pick 'n Pay

Apex Fund Capacity-Building Grant

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African Preference for women and youth Micro Finance Apex Fund

Apex Fund Micro Enterprise Development Loan

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African 80% of funding must go to women, youth and the Micro Finance Apex Fund disabled

Apex Fund Poverty Alleviation Loan

-

Department of Trade and Industry - South African 80% of funding must go to women, youth and the Micro Finance Apex Fund disabled

Black Business Supplier Development Programme

BBSDP

Department of Trade and Industry

Black ownership required

Business Partners

-

Business Partners

Preference but not a requirement

Business Partners Khula Start-up Fund

-

Business Partners

Focus on females and others

Business Partners Umsobomvu Franchise Fund

-

Business Partners

Focus on youth from 18 - 35 years and females

Royal Danish Embassy

Minimum 25.1% Black ownership required

Business to Business Programme

B2B

Coastal College KZN

-

Coastal College KZN

Preference given to previously disadvantaged individuals

DaimlerChrysler Corporate Social Responsibility and Affirmative Procurement

-

DaimlerChrysler South Africa

Required

Development Bank of Southern Africa

Specialises in BEE

Development Bank of Southern Africa Corporate Finance Unit

KZN Department of Economic Development

DBSA CFU

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Programme Development Bank of Southern Africa Project Finance SA

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name DBSA PFSA Development Bank of Southern Africa

Previously Disadvantaged Preference / Requirement 20% BEE preferred but not mandatory

eThekwini Grant and Aid

-

eThekwini Municipality

Preference for youth and women

First National Bank (FNB) Umsobomvu Youth Fund / Progress Fund

-

First National Bank (FNB)

BEE and youth (18-35 years of age)

FRAIN Business Support

-

Department of Trade and Industry

Emphasis on previously disadvantaged individuals, youth and women

FRAIN Information, Advice and Training

-

Department of Trade and Industry

Emphasis on previously disadvantaged individuals, youth and women

Gijima Business Enabling Fund

BEF

KZN Department of Economic Development

Favours BEE

Gijima Local Competitiveness Fund

LCF

KZN Department of Economic Development

BEE preferred

IBM International Foundation

IBM

IBM

Required

International Finance Corporation

IFC

International Finance Corporation

Support commercially viable BEE transactions

Investing in Culture

-

Department of Arts and Culture

Women 60%, youth 30% and disabled 2% of recipients

Isibaya Fund

-

Public Investment Corporation

BEE/empowerment element required

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute Ithala Development Finance Corporation

People from the Townships, rural and peri-urban areas bearing South African ID Depends on the Ithala product used

Kagiso Trust

BEE preferred

Isivivane Sethu Finance Institute Ithala Development Finance Corporation

ISFI -

Kagiso Enterprise Private Equity Fund

KERPEF

Khula Business Partners Start-up Fund

-

Khula Enterprise Finance

Preference to viable businesses run and managed by previously disadvantaged individuals

Khumbulani Craft

-

Khumbulani Craft

Mainly rural women

Department of Land Affairs

African, Coloured or Indian only

Land Redistribution for Agricultural Development

KZN Department of Economic Development

LRAD

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Programme MAFISA Maputoland Development & Information Centre

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name Department of Agriculture

Preferred

Maputoland Development & Information Centre

Preference

Marang Financial Services

BEE required

MiTech

National Research Foundation

BEE component required

NPC

Natal Portland Cement (NPC)

Preferred groups are women and youth

NDA RFP

National Development Agency

Preference for women

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

-

Ncedisizwe Micro Credit Outlet

Previously disadvantaged preferred, mainly women, youth and disabled

Patent Support Fund

-

National Research Foundation (NRF) - Innovation Fund

Preference is given to BEE applications

Pitseng Trust

-

Pitseng Trust

Only previously disadvantaged women

PlantBio Trust

-

Biotechnology Innovation Centre of the Department of Science and Technology

BEE and Gender Equity policies re adhered to where wherever possible

Project Gateway

-

Project Gateway

No formal requirement

South African International Business Linkages (SAIBL)

Those discriminated against under apartheid plus women and the disabled

PH Designs

Preferred

Seda

Seda / KZNMac

Preferred

Siyazisiza Trust

-

Siyazisiza Trust

Mainly rural women

Small Scale Mining Directorate

-

Department of Mineral and Energy Affairs

Preference for youth, women, disabled, black

South African Breweries Kickstart Competition

-

South African Breweries

Preference given to previously disadvantaged individuals

Marang Financial Services Missions in Technology Natal Portland Cement Corporate Social Investment National Development Agency Request for Proposals and Programmes Cluster

Promotion of Agribusiness Linkages Provenance Art Seda Technology Transfer Programme

KZN Department of Economic Development

MDIC

Previously Disadvantaged Preference / Requirement

-

PAL -

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Programme South African Women in Mining Association Support Programme for Industrial Development: Product Process Development Programme

Abbreviated Programme Organisation Name SAWIMA South African Women in Mining Association SPII - PPD

Previously Disadvantaged Preference / Requirement Women only

Industrial Development Corporation

Black shareholding preferred

Technology Advancement Programme

TAP

National Research Foundation

BEE component required

Technology and Human Resources for Industry

THRIP

National Research Foundation

Benefit form a better funding ratio

Technology for Women In Business Women Empowerment Programme

TWIB

Technology for Women In Business

Women only

Technology Transfer for Social Impact

-

Department of Science and Technology

Women, youth and disabled representation preferred

Technoserve

-

Technoserve

Rural Black folk only

Umcebo Trust

-

Umcebo Trust

Umsobomvu BDSVP

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

Emphasis although not exclusive to those with special needs Disadvantaged youth (aged 18 - 35)

Umsobomvu School to Work

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

Disadvantaged youth (aged 18 - 35)

Umsobomvu Skills Development and Transfer Programme

-

Umsobomvu Youth Fund

Disadvantaged youth (aged 18 - 35)

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

-

Umthombo Small Business Services Coop

Currently is 100% Black

United States Agency for International Development

Previously disadvantaged individuals only

KZN Department of Transport

African, Indian and Coloured only

Water Research Commission (WRC)

Preference

ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

BEE focus

Umsobomvu Business Development Services Vouchers Programme

United States Agency for International Development Vukuzakhe Water Research Commission ZenZele Technology Demonstration Centre

KZN Department of Economic Development

USAID WRC -

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