Deadline: 28th February 2026
Aceli Africa has partnered with TechnoServe to deliver a training program tailored to the needs of Agri-SMEs from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania. This six-month intensive program is designed to support a select number of businesses in their investment readiness journey for debt financing.
The program includes modules focused on critical areas such as business strategy, financial management, investment planning, governance and risk management. Participants will benefit from a blend of structured training sessions, one-on-one advisory support customized to their specific needs, and group workshops.
At the end of the program, participants will have a well packaged investment case for their business through the Investment Memo and the opportunity to pitch.
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Comprehensive Training:Â Learn essential skills in business strategy, financial planning, investment readiness, and risk management.
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One-on-One Support:Â Work closely with experienced Business Advisors to address your specific challenges.
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Networking Opportunities:Â Build connections with other Agri-SMEs and key stakeholders in the agricultural value chain.
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Investor Linkages:Â Gain access to debt investors and present your business at our final pitching session.
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Tailored Growth Tools:Â Receive support in developing an investment memo and pitch deck to secure financing.
This program is open to Agri-SMEs in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania that meet the following criteria:
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SMEÂ annual revenues: $100,000 to $500,000
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5 – 25 full-time employees
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Been in operation for 3+ years
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SME should either source from at least 25 smallholder farmers OR provide inputs/services to at least 100 smallholder farmers
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Products/services must be at least 80% agribusiness/agricultural
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Primary motivation:Â Achieve growth/attract investment
Application Process
Follow These Steps to Join:
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Check Eligibility:Â Ensure your business meets the criteria outlined above.
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Prepare to Apply:Â Gather the following information:
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Business registration details.
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Financial information (annual turnover for the past three years).
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Brief description of your business/business model.
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Current sources of financing.
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Complete the Application: Fill out the online application form
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Submit by 28th February 2026: Ensure your application is submitted on or before the stated deadline.
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