Applications are now open for the Social Enterprise Fund for Agriculture in Africa (SEFAA) 2026, an investment initiative designed to strengthen agricultural enterprises that create sustainable economic opportunities for smallholder farmers across Sub-Saharan Africa.

The fund provides flexible financing ranging from $300,000 to $2.4 million to eligible agri-food businesses that have demonstrated viable business models and are ready to scale their operations. Through a combination of debt, equity, and quasi-equity financing, the program aims to accelerate business growth while improving agricultural productivity, market access, and financial inclusion.

SEFAA was established to support enterprises that contribute to stronger agricultural value chains and create lasting economic benefits for smallholder farmers. Beyond financial investment, the fund also offers technical assistance to help participating businesses strengthen management systems, improve sustainability practices, and expand their market opportunities.

Funding Details

• Funding amount: $300,000–$2.4 million
• Funding instruments: Debt, equity, and quasi-equity financing
• Fund size: $24 million
• Application deadline: August 31, 2026

Areas of Investment

The fund supports organizations and intermediaries that focus on:

• Increasing agricultural productivity among smallholder farmers
• Expanding market access for agricultural enterprises
• Reducing information gaps across agricultural value chains
• Developing financial products tailored to agricultural production cycles
• Strengthening business ecosystems that support smallholder farmers

Additional Support

Selected businesses will also gain access to a dedicated Technical Assistance Facility, which provides support in several key areas, including:

• Management capacity development
• Product certification
• Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices
• Market research
• Development of out-grower networks
• Business growth strategies

Why Apply?

SEFAA offers more than financial support. The program is designed to help agricultural enterprises expand their operations, strengthen their business models, and increase their social impact.

Organizations working to improve agricultural productivity, expand rural economic opportunities, and build more inclusive food systems are encouraged to apply.

INVESTORS

• KFW
• Mastercard Foundation

Don't miss out on the application deadline which is August 31, 2026.