The Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (SEDFA) is hosting a crucial outreach event for spaza shop owners in Kimberley. This initiative forms part of the broader government drive to strengthen township and rural economies by providing meaningful access to finance and business development support .
Outreach Event Details
The Spaza Shop Support Fund Outreach will take place on 9 July 2026 from 09:00 to 12:00 at the Frances Baard Recreation Hall in Galeshewe, Kimberley . This event presents a valuable opportunity for spaza shop owners to engage directly with the team ready to assist them with accessing available support.
What You Will Learn
The outreach session is designed to provide comprehensive guidance on the Spaza Shop Support Fund, covering:
- Eligibility Requirements: Understanding who qualifies for funding support
- Application Processing: Step-by-step guidance on how to apply
- Business Compliance and Registration: Meeting regulatory requirements for formalisation
- Financial and Business Development Support: Access to funding and skills development
- Questions and Answers: Addressing outstanding applications and concerns
Mandatory Documents to Bring
Attendees must bring the following documents:
- ID Document
- Business Licence / Trading Permit
- Certificate of Acceptability
- Proof of Residential Address
- CIPC & SARS Registration Documents
- Stamped Bank Statement
- Lease Agreement / Title Deed / Permission to Occupy
- Any correspondence relating to an existing application
About the Spaza Shop Support Fund
The R500 million Spaza Shop Support Fund was launched in April 2025 by the Department of Small Business Development and the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition . Administered jointly by SEDFA and the National Empowerment Fund (NEF), the fund aims to formalise and strengthen South African-owned spaza shops in townships and rural areas .
The fund provides a combination of grants and interest-free loans capped at R100,000 per qualifying recipient, covering:
- R40,000 for stock purchases
- R50,000 for assets and infrastructure upgrades
- R10,000 for business skills development and training
To date, 2,369 businesses have been approved for support, with 43% being women-owned enterprises.
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Why Attend
This outreach provides direct access to SEDFA representatives who can assist with understanding the fund, meeting compliance requirements, and navigating the application process. The event addresses a critical need identified where only 58% of applicants have valid business licences, highlighting the importance of understanding compliance requirements .
Event Details
- Venue: Frances Baard Recreation Hall, Galeshewe, Kimberley
- Date: 9 July 2026
- Time: 09:00 – 12:00
- Contact: bhtaleo@sedfa.org.za
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