Programme: African Agriculture Fund (AAF) Technical Assistance Facility

Organisation: Phatisa Development Equity


Type of Support

·         Access to markets;

·         Access to funds;

·         Technical assistance; and

·         Funding


Programme Description

Companies are assisted with accessing, finance, as well as help with market research and capacity building. Training and technical assistance is also offered.

The programme funds technical assistance projects worth up to 30% of the value of AAF investment – up to R5 500 000.


Target Market

SMEs and agricultural smallholders


Application Conditions

The applicant’s management team must have a compelling vision for the business and they must be willing to collaborate with the financial investor. They also need to have a proven financial and operational track record. The company should show potential for future growth, as well as the ability to achieve a profitable liquidity event in the medium term.


Application Process

Applicants are to contact Technoserve using the details given below.


Success Stories

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Contact Details

First Floor, Rosewood House, Ballywoods Office Park, 33 Ballyclare Drive, Bryanston, 2191, Johannesburg

Telephone: 011 463 1920

Fax: 011 463 1915


Program Director - Technoserve

Contact: Ms Sarah Marchand

Email: smarchand@tns.org