Applications Now Open

Cash grants of up to US $1000 or up to BWP 13,500 to support the growth of small businesses in Zimbabwe and Botswana

*Applications close on 10^th September 2023

The UK government, collaborating with Mukuru and FinMark Trust, is conducting an initiative aimed at offering cash grants to entrepreneurs in Zimbabwe and Botswana. Through this initiative, eligible individuals stand the chance to receive cash grants of up to US $1000 or up to BWP 13,500.

To qualify, you must

be 25 or older

have a business that has been operating for more than 2 years in Zimbabwe or Botswana

complete the application form below by the 10^th September 2023

Cash grants will be awarded safely and securely via the Mukuru platform. We do not require any banking or other sensitive financial information. All grantees agree to providing information relevant to monitor the impact of the grant on the grantee and their business; details to be confirmed following award.

Application

To apply, please answer the questions below.

Applicant information
Full Name
Email Address*
Contact Number*
✓ Valid number ✕ Invalid number
Country you live in*
Do you have a small business?*
If yes, what is the name of your business*
How old are you?
How old are you?*
What’s your gender?
What's your gender?*
In which town/city is your business based?
In which town/city is your business based?*
Your household income per month (please indicate currency)?
Your household income per month (please indicate currency)?*
Business Details
What is your business? What products and/or services does it provide?
What is your business? What products and/or services does it provide?
How many people do you employ, including yourself?
How many people do you employ, including yourself?*
How long has your business been in operation?
How long has your business been in operation?*
Is your business making a profit? If not, when do you expect it to?
Is your business making a profit? If not, when do you expect it to?*
Motivation
What do you intend to use the cash grant for and how will this grow your business? If you will use it for more than one thing, please provide a rough idea of what proportion of the grant will go to each investment.
What do you intend to use the cash grant for and how will this grow your business? If you will use it for more than one thing, please provide a rough idea of what proportion of the grant will go to each investment.*
Please also tell us a little about you. What made you decide to run a small business? What else would you like us to know?
Please also tell us a little about you. What made you decide to run a small business? What else would you like us to know?*
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To qualify, you must

Application

Applicant information

Business Details

Motivation