Loan + Grant Blend

SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP)

Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Government Agency)

SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP) is a loan + grant blend from Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency offering up to R 2 500 000 for startup, growth businesses across South Africa.

Overview

Government support programme for registered co-operatives, now run under SEDFA with the Department of Small Business Development. It offers blended funding - a grant portion capped at R2.5 million plus a loan - for machinery, equipment, vehicles and infrastructure, alongside non-financial help like training and business development support. Funding is released in application windows: the most recent SEDFA call closed on 20 March 2026 (contact cdsp@sedfa.org.za), so check for the next window before applying.

Funding AmountUp to R 2 500 000
CoverageNational
Business StageStartup, Growth

Programme details last verified on 12 June 2026.

Full Description

Non-financial support for cooperative registration, governance training, and business development. Helps cooperatives become sustainable businesses.

Eligibility Criteria

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Min. Years Trading0 years
Target SectorsAgriculture, Services, Manufacturing, Retail

Frequently Asked Questions

How much funding does SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP) offer?

SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP) offers up to R 2 500 000 per applicant.

Who qualifies for SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP)?

SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP) targets startup, growth businesses across South Africa.

How do I apply for SEDFA Co-operatives Development Support Programme (CDSP)?

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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