Raising Capital in Kenya

1. Crowd Sourcing. An example of a crowd sourcing platform used by Kenyans is Zidisha.
2. Microfinance. There are numerous microfinance institutions in Kenya popular with small start-ups.
3. Government Funds.
4. Venture Capitalists.
5. Foundations.

How can I get a loan to start agricultural?

Types of Agricultural Loans

1. National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) NABARD is the premier bank for providing financial aid to the farmers.
2. Kisan Credit Card Scheme.
3. Loans by Nationalised Banks.
4. Loans by State Bank of India.
5. Private Sector Bank Agricultural Loans.

How do you qualify for uwezo?

Requirements for applying to the Uwezo Fund

1. The youth or women group should be registered with the Department of Social Services or the Registrar of Societies with a membership of 9 – 15 members.
2. The youth group membership must be between 18 and 35 years of age.

How can I access my youth fund in Kenya?

To qualify for a loan with the Youth Fund, Kenyan Youths must be in registered groups, also known as “Chamas,” from which they can come up with business proposals and be able to seek financial assistance from the government through Youth Fund Kenya.

What are the documents required for crop loan?

Be ready with following documents while opening this account

• Duly filled in application form.
• Identity proof- Voter ID card/PAN card/Passport/ Aadhaar card,/Driving License etc.
• Address proof: Voter ID card/Passport/Aadhaar card/Driving license etc.
• Land ownership records.
• Records of crops grown.

What is Ngaaf?

The National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) is a semi-autonomous government agency. (SAGA) under the Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs, in the State Department of Gender Affairs.

How can an individual access Youth Fund?

You can either apply as an Individual or a group. All you need to do is to visit your respective constituency/sub-county Youth offices. Pick and fill the loan application forms and attach all the required documents. The loan officer will then guide you with all other necessary steps.

How do I access my youth fund?

Below are steps on how to apply and get youth fund.

1. You can either apply as an Individual or a group.
2. Pick and fill the loan application forms and attach all the required documents.
3. Return the loans in the same office and wait for the loans officer response.

Are there any small grants available in Kenya?

Small Grants in Kenya 2021/22; The Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Nairobi has an annual call for proposals for small grants for Kenya.

How big is the agri business in Kenya?

the sector has continued to grow at almost 5% annually and has huge potential for further growth. Kenya invites investors to explore business opportunities across the Agri-business value chain from primary production to value addition and processing of food produce.

Where can I get Slovak Aid in Kenya?

The Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Nairobi has an annual call for proposals for small grants for Kenya. This aid modality of Slovak Official Development Assistance is funded from the SlovakAid Programme and aimed directly at small-scale projects which represent more flexible, operative and effective financial support for developing countries.

What kind of FDI is there in Kenya?

Kenya invites investors to explore business opportunities across the Agri-business value chain from primary production to value addition and processing of food produce. Agri-business already attract 20% of total FDI to the region which show its huge investment potential Agri processing presents great growth prospects.