The government has launched a R1.2bn debt and grant financing facility to help quicken the transformation of the tourism sector.

New funding source for black-owned small businesses and entrepreneurs in an industry hard-hit by Covid-19.

Minister of Small Business Development, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says she is appalled at the misinformation peddled by the Democratic Alliance (DA) about the expenditure of the small business COVID-19 relief funds.

The government has launched the R1.2bn Tourism Equity Fund, aimed at improving the participation of black entrepreneurs in the tourism sector

The Small Enterprise Finance Agency (Sefa) is automating its application process for funding to improve service delivery as more and more small businesses apply for assistance.

The Small Enterprise Finance Agency (Sefa) is gearing itself towards supporting start-ups with its blended finance programme that offers a combination of a grant and a loan to small businesses.

Government on Tuesday launched the Tourism Equity Fund aimed at creating an inclusive and growing tourism sector by supporting entrepreneurship and investment on the supply side of the tourism sector.

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SAFM interviews Acting CEO Setlakalane Molepo had on 29th September 2020

King Cetshwayo districts young entrepreneurs will be provided with a platform to pitch for funding from the Small Business and Innovation Fund(SBIF)

Thinking of visiting Mpumalanga attractions any time of the year? Nkosi Tours & Transfers is the answer for you , your family and colleagues

A NUMBER of young entrepreneurs in the King Cetshwayo district received a much needed financial boost for their businesses when they pitched for funding to the Small Business and Innovation Fund (SBIF).

With help from sefa, businessperson Tumisang Kgaboesele has driven his long-distance bus company to success. Although there have been bumps along the way, he tells Poloko Tau that it’s been a satisfying journey

Department of Small Business minister Khumbudzo Ntshaveni, together with Small Enterprise Finance Agency (SEFA) and Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA), announced measures for seamless financial and non-financial support to SMMEs at Ekurhuleni West College in Katlehong

The South African government wants to help ambitious start-ups and entrepreneurs to grow quickly and is promising to disburse R1 billion in funding to the entities by the end of this year.

Media statement by the Minister Small Business Development, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni (MP), on measures/ instruments to improve access to finance for SMMEs at the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Rapid Incubation, Ekurhuleni TVET college

Small Enterprises Finance Agency (Sefa) is targeting the manufacturing and franchise sector this year as it widens its wings within the province and boosts entrepreneurs.

In our tough economy, development finance plays a crucial role in driving the inclusive economy. The Small Enterprise Finance Agency’s Setlakalane Molepo tells Gayle Edmunds how it is filling gaps to support entrepreneurs.

The Small Enterprise Finance Agency (Sefa) and national retailer, Pick n Pay have partnered to launch the Bassiane Market Store, located at the Ramokonopi section in Katlehong.

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SASOL SIYAKHA FUND SECURES R20 MILLION CREDIT GUARANTEE FROM SEFA

A GROUP of 24 young entrepreneurs recently stepped into the world of business, ready to launch their careers as operators of their own spaza shops after graduating from a rigorous training programme provided by Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA).

“Small business owners, know that funding is available and waiting for you, as long as you meet the criteria.”

Durban - KwaZulu-Natal Small Enterprise Finance Agency (Sefa) attributed entrepreneurs’ inability to repay their loans to their inability to prove their market.

Sefa sessions for small businesses

Mangaung Sefa article

Intuthuko Sefa article

Greater Alexander News article

Business boost for youth

Sefa Engages Local Business

Fasa collaborates to effect transformation in franchise sector

Small business development committee to visit SMMEs in Free State

South Africa: Change Funding Model in Fovour of the Poor, Committee Tells Sefa

Small Enterprise Finance Agency (sefa) Funding a future for SMMEs

Small business financing: Less help for now

Kindly note that the Braampark Building in Gauteng where the Braamfontein sefa offices are housed caught fire on 18 April 2017.

SA Taxi and SEFA sign R100 million finance deal

Change Funding Model in Fovour of the Poor, Committee Tells Sefa

Merger needed of SEFA and SEDA - Toby Chance

SA: Business opportunities growing for young people

SA: Department reviews small business programmes

Small business funder aims to lower failure risk by offering mentorship, management support

R1.4bn awaits young entrepreneurs with bankable ideas

Sefa helps owner land big contract

R2.7-billion youth fund launched

NYDA changes its face with youth initiative

Lesedi FM Interview

New Youth Fund aims to create future industrialists

THE NATIONAL youth Development Agency (NYDA), Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and the Small Enterprise Finance Agency (sefa) have launched a R2.7-billion Youth Fund aimed at creating millions of sustainable jobs.

The National Youth Development Agency in partnering with Small Enterprise Finance Agency and the Industrial Development Corporation launched a R2.7bn national youth fund in Kimberly yesterday...

Women not applying for funding!

Small firms boosted by R48m

R2.7 Billion youth fund is launched

Minister Lindiwe Zulu: Small Business Development Department budget vote 2014/15

Govt committed to creating better future for youth: Zuma

R165m Fund To Develop Transnet’s Small Suppliers

Sefa plans to rejig funding processes

sefa opens Bfn office

Cape Times Media Covergae - IDC, NYDA and sefa Partnership

IDC, NYDA and sefa Partnership

OR TAMBO hall in Mthatha was filled to capacity by emerging and aspiring entrepreneurs last Wedne

Funding lifeline for small businesses

Minister Patel NCOP speech

MPs and Sefa face off over lending

allAfrica.com: South Africa: Small Businesses Exploited By SEFA

Lack of skills the reason for small business failure

Sefa plans to lend over R737m to 15 000 small businesses

Small businesses need skills more than funding, Sefa hears

SEFA Press Release

SEFA Fact Sheet

SEFA Launch

SEFA Launch

Khula and SupplyFin jointly providing access to finance for SMEs in Limpopo

Khula partners meeting

Khula introduces new business model and launch of SMME Support Programme

Khula appeals to business community to support and develop SME sector