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Programme: IDC Risk Capital Facility Programme – Niche Fund Channel

Organisation: Industrial Development Corporation – Funding is provided by the European Community through the Department of Trade and Industry. Co-managed by the IDC and the European Investment Bank


Type of Support

·         Funding

·         Business Planning

·          Training and Mentorship


Programme Description

The programme involves a Niche Fund Channel using Venture Capital Fund Managers. The financial instruments used are in the form of equity and quasi equity up to a maximum of R30 million


Target Market

Small and medium enterprises with a developmental focus


Application Process

The Risk Capital Facility Programme will always be a minority equity investor

The applicants must demonstrate compliance with South African environmental legislation

Should have a programme for HIV/Aids prevention and awareness 

The fund manager must demonstrate a sound track record, The minimum BEE ownership is 25% plus one share

Investments outside Gauteng and the Western Cape will be preferred, as well as those located anywhere in Africa


Success Stories

<Success stories to be requested from the IDC>


Contact Details

Head Office

19 Fredman Drive, Sandown

Telephone +27 (11) 269 3000


Fax: +27 (11) 269 3116


Call Centre: 0860 693 888

Email callcentre@idc.co.za


Company website: http://www.idc.co.za/
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