DTIC
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Automotive Investment Scheme
Grants for automotive manufacturers investing in new projects or expanding existing facilities. Get 20-35% of your investment back.
Government Grants
Non-repayable grants from government agencies and development finance institutions for South African SMEs.
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Critical Infrastructure Programme
Grants for building infrastructure that supports industrial development - roads, utilities, water. Get 10-30% of costs covered.
DFFE
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Green Fund - Green Cities and Towns
Grants for green municipal infrastructure - sustainable buildings, green spaces, climate resilience.
DTIC
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Business Process Services Incentive
Grants for call centres and BPO operations creating jobs. Get funding based on jobs created and wages paid.
JOBSFUND
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Jobs Fund - Enterprise Development
Grants for SMME support programmes. Help small businesses grow and create jobs.
JOBSFUND
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Jobs Fund - Green Economy Window
Big grants (minimum R5 million) for green projects that create jobs. You must match the funding 1:1.
DFFE
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Green Fund - Low Carbon Economy
Grants for green projects - renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable transport.
DTIC
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Black Industrialist Scheme
Grants up to R50 million (covering 50% of costs) for black-owned manufacturing and industrial projects.
JOBSFUND
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Jobs Fund - Informal Economy Window
Grants for informal sector job creation. NPOs can get R2 for every R1 they contribute.
DTIC
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Agro-Processing Support Scheme
Grants for agro-processing businesses to expand or upgrade facilities. Get 20-30% of costs covered while creating jobs.
DPWI
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EPWP Integrated Grant for Provinces and Municipalities
Government funding for projects that create jobs through public works - roads, buildings, maintenance.
DTIC
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Aquaculture Development and Enhancement Programme
Grants for fish farming - start a new aquaculture project or expand existing operations. Get up to 40% of costs covered.
DTIC
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Manufacturing Competitiveness Enhancement Programme
Grants for manufacturers to upgrade equipment and improve competitiveness. Get up to 50% of costs covered, especially if you preserve jobs.
DSBD
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Shared Economic Infrastructure Facility
Grants for building shared facilities that help many small businesses - like shared kitchens, workshops, or storage.
EU_SA
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EU Skills for Employment Partnership
Grants for training programmes that create jobs. Priority for youth and women-focused projects.
DTIC
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Support Programme for Industrial Innovation
R&D grants covering 50-75% of costs for developing new products or processes. Perfect for innovative manufacturing projects.
DPWI
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EPWP Social Sector Incentive Grant
Grants for social projects that create jobs - childcare, home care, community safety.
DOT
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Tourism Support Programme (TSP)
Cash grants for tourism businesses that create jobs. Get reimbursed for costs of developing your tourism enterprise.
TIA
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TIA Technology Development Fund
Grants up to R10 million to take your technology from prototype to market-ready product.
USAID
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USAID Power Africa
Support for renewable energy and power projects. Technical help to get your project funded.
EU_SA
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EU Green Economy Support
Grants for green and sustainable projects. Solar, recycling, sustainable farming.
DTIC
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Clothing and Textile Competitiveness Programme
Grants for clothing and textile manufacturers to improve productivity and competitiveness. Includes cluster support and production incentives.
DSAC
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Mzansi Golden Economy (MGE)
Grants for arts, culture, and creative projects. Priority for projects that include GBV awareness.
UKSA_TECH
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UK-SA Tech Partnership
Grants for SA tech companies partnering with UK businesses. R&D and market access.
About Government Grants
What is Government Grants?
Non-repayable grants from government agencies and development finance institutions for South African SMEs.
Who Qualifies?
Eligibility varies by programme. Most require CIPC registration, tax compliance, and a viable business plan. Check individual programme requirements for specific criteria.
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