GREENTech4CE Project Call III

About

The GREENTech4CE Project Call III invites local Business Development Service Providers in Zambia to apply for grants aimed at supporting startups and micro-enterprises in the green, circular, and digital economy, with a total funding of EUR 1.5 million available to enhance business development services and foster sustainable economic growth.

Benefits

• Access to EUR 1.5 million in grants for BDSPs
• Funding between EUR 60,000 and EUR 150,000 per eligible BDSP
• Opportunity to support 800 MSMEs
• Potential to create 2,000 new jobs and sustain 4,000 existing jobs
• Access to competitive cash prizes for enterprises
• Specialized training for 500 individuals in circular economy and financial literacy
• Headline: Boost Zambia's Green Economy with GREENTech4CE!

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a legally registered organization in Zambia providing non-financial support to startups and MSMEs
• Must have been operational in Zambia for at least 2 years
• Must demonstrate a track record of supporting MSMEs
• Must provide technical support based on company-specific needs
• Must have two years of financial statements including audited accounts
• Proven experience in delivering incubation or acceleration programs for at least 3 years
• Expertise in capacity-building services for MSMEs
• Experience with financial institutions is an advantage
• Deep understanding of Zambia’s MSME landscape