The Growth and Investment Program for Agri-SMEs
Call for Applications
Cohort 6
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Applications for the 2026 Cohort are now open!
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 seven-month intensive program is designed to support a select number of businesses in their investment readiness journey for debt financing.
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 seven-month intensive program is designed to support a select number of businesses in their investment readiness journey for debt financing.
If your business is ready to scale and committed to accessing debt financing, we invite you to apply and join this transformative journey.
If your business is ready to scale and committed to accessing debt financing, we invite you to apply and join this transformative journey.
Women and Youth are strongly encouraged to apply!
Women and Youth are strongly encouraged to apply!
"Empowering Agri-SMEs to Scale and Secure Debt Financing"
"Empowering Agri-SMEs to Scale and Secure Debt Financing"
Call for Applications for the 6th Cohort of the Aceli Growth and Investment Program is now open and accepting applications. Application deadline 28th February 2026.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
This program is open to Agri-SMEs in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania that meet the following criteria:
SME annual revenues: $100,000 to $500,000
5 - 25 full-time employees
Been in operation for 3+ years
SME should either source from at least 25 smallholder farmers OR provide inputs/services to at least 100 smallholder farmers
Products/services must be at least 80% agribusiness/agricultural
Primary motivation: Achieve growth/attract investment
About the Program
About the Program
Unlock Your Growth Potential!
The Growth and Investment Program is tailored to support Agri-SMEs in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania. The program is designed to:
Build your capacity in financial management, business strategy, investment readiness, and governance.
Provide customized advisory support to address your business's unique needs.
Enable you showcase your business by developing an Investment Memo and Pitching your business effectively.
The program combines structured training sessions, one-on-one coaching, and group workshops to help you achieve your business goals.
Why Join the Program?
Why Join the Program?
Benefits for Participants
Comprehensive Training: Learn essential skills in business strategy, financial planning, investment readiness, and risk management.
One-on-One Support: Work closely with experienced Business Advisors to address your specific challenges.
Networking Opportunities: Build connections with other Agri-SMEs and key stakeholders in the agricultural value chain.
Investor Linkages: Gain access to debt investors and present your business at our final pitching session.
Tailored Growth Tools: Receive support in developing an investment memo and pitch deck to secure financing.
Target Countries
Target Countries
Program Timeline
Program Timeline
How to Apply
How to Apply
Follow These Steps to Join:
Check Eligibility: Ensure your business meets the criteria outlined above.
Prepare to Apply: Gather the following information:
Business registration details.
Financial information (annual turnover for the past three years).
Brief description of your business/business model.
Current sources of financing.
Complete the Application: Fill out the online application form
Submit by 28th February 2026: Ensure your application is submitted on or before the stated deadline.
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