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Funding Opportunities

We offer the following funding initiatives

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FinFIND - SME Finance

FinFind has a funder database of all of the bank, government, and private sector funders in the country, with over 300 funders and more than 600 funds (including small business loans, equity finance, and grant funding)

Get matched with funders that meet your specific funding needs and learn about the different funding options and what is required to qualify.

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Apply for Funding via ECEP

The Fund Application window is now open!

We invite applications from potential and existing companies and intermediaries/organisations that currently assist businesses with exports to receive financial assistance and support through the Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (ECEP). 

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The Tourism Growth Fund

All available funds for the 2025/26 financial year have been fully committed. As a result, the application portal is now closed, and no further applications can be submitted. Updates regarding future funding cycles will be communicated on this webpage once available.

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Experiential Learning - Stipend Funding

We currently have funding available for the 2026/27 financial year for the Experiential Learning Programme, which Provincial Treasury supports. 

The stipend support offered ranges from 3 to 12 months, with the option to extend up to 18 months for Artisan Development Programmes (ADP).