Loan + Grant Blend

Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF)

Gauteng Enterprise Propeller (Government Agency)

Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF) is a loan + grant blend from Gauteng Enterprise Propeller offering up to R 10 000 000 for startup, growth businesses in Gauteng. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Overview

Joint fund from the Gauteng Department of Economic Development, GEP and the IDC for township-based small businesses in Gauteng: loans, grants or a blend of up to R10 million per applicant in sectors like manufacturing, the taxi economy, ICT, backyard real estate and retail, on a first-come first-served basis. You must be Gauteng-based, 100 percent South African-owned, trading for more than a year, and CIPC and SARS compliant; apply via the GEP online portal (geponline.co.za).

Funding AmountUp to R 10 000 000
CoverageGauteng
Business StageStartup, Growth

Programme details last verified on 11 June 2026.

Full Description

Funding for township-based businesses in Gauteng. Combination of grants and soft loans to support local economic development.

Eligibility Criteria

Min. Years Trading1 years
Target SectorsRetail, Services, Manufacturing, Food and beverage

Frequently Asked Questions

How much funding does Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF) offer?

Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF) offers up to R 10 000 000 per applicant.

Who qualifies for Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF)?

Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF) targets startup, growth businesses in Gauteng. Applicants need at least 1 year of trading history.

When is the deadline for Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF)?

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

How do I apply for Township Economy Partnership Fund (TEPF)?

Check your eligibility with the free readiness check on Okhantu, prepare the required documents, then apply on the provider's website.

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Provider Guide

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Document Checklist

Requirements and deadlines

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Business plan, cash flow, projections

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Compliance Check

Verify your CIPC, SARS, B-BBEE status

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