SEDFA Asset Assist Programme for MSMEs (South Africa)
- Country:
- South Africa
- Amount:
- ZAR 250,000
- Deadline:
- Open all year
Funder: SEDFA
In short
Grants of up to R250,000 for South African micro, small and medium enterprises to buy machinery, equipment, working capital or raw materials.
About this opportunity
The Asset Assist Programme invites micro, small and medium enterprises in all nine provinces to apply for support with machinery, equipment, working capital and raw materials, up to a maximum of R250,000. A reviewer of the official page in June 2026 noted that only up to 20% of the grant can go on raw materials or stock. The business must be 100% owned by South African citizens, be a private company with valid CIPC documents or a sole proprietor, be tax compliant, and have a valid South African business address. Applicants also need a funding proposal or business plan, a quotation from a verifiable supplier registered on the Central Supplier Database, proof of market, and financial or bank statements depending on how long they have traded. Anything started or bought before or during the application is not paid for. No closing date was shown, so confirm the current window.
Requirements
Business 100% owned by South African citizens
Registered with CIPC (sole proprietors also qualify)
Tax compliant with a valid tax clearance or SARS pin
Mostly South African employees (the call states a high minimum share)
Quotation from a supplier registered on the Central Supplier Database
Valid South African business address
Also good to have
- Proof of market, such as orders or letters of intent
Always confirm on the official page before applying.
How to apply
- 1
- 2
Prepare your documents
CIPC documents, tax clearance, bank statements, quotation and business plan.
- 3
Submit through the official SEDFA channel
Do not buy anything before approval, because costs incurred early are not reimbursed.
Documents you will need
- CAC certificate
- TIN certificate
- Bank statements
- Financial statements
- Business plan
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