National Empowerment Fund (NEF) - uMnotho Fund - Expansion Capital

This Fund supports existing black-empowered businesses by providing funds of between R5m to R75m. The funds can be used to expand the operations of the business. The funding can be in a form of a loan or an equity investment and the typical duration is four to seven years.

Eligibility criteria

  • BEE shareholding of the business should be a minimum of 50.1%.
  • The BEE shareholders must be actively involved in the business.
  • Security will be required and this will include personal guarantee and security over business assets.

Application process

The NEF website has an outline on how to apply for funding. 

Please ensure that you download the Application Form as well as the personal statement of assets and liabilities form. The link can be found on the left-hand side of the How to Apply page.

The application form contains details of what they expect to see in your business plan.  Once you have all the documents prepared, you can submit your application at the nearest NEF office.

About this funding option

Funding limits
Minimum: R5 000 000,00
Maximum: R75 000 000,00
Your annual turnover
Minimum: Information not provided
Maximum: Information not provided
Months in business
Minimum: 36

What you need to provide

Bank Statements for Business Account (Last 6 months) electronically stamped and on bank letterhead.
Certified ID Copy of Owners and Directors
Business Registration Documents (CIPC), e.g., Cor14.3 or CK documents
Statement of Assets and Liabilities (For all owners)
Cashflow Projections (Income and expense budget for 12 months)
Proof of Business Address (Lease agreement, title deed, or permit)
Business Plan e.g., PDF of the final business plan
Tax Clearance Certificate/Tax PIN On official SARS letterhead
Management Accounts (Income statement, Balance sheet)
Annual Financial Statements(Signed by Accountant)

Contact details

Website Go to funder website Email Funder Email
Phone 086 184 3633 FSP Number 55436
Address West Block
187 Rivonia Road
Melrose North
Johannesburg
2076
Gauteng
NCR Number NCRCP 21442