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==Procedure==
'''Apply In-Person''' 
#The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) was established by the Government of the Republic of Botswana provides subsidized funding (Mabogo-Dinku loan) for various micro-entrepreneurs to enable citizen participation in enterprise development needs e.g. working capital and small asset finance.
#Interested applicants who need to assess Mabogo-Dinku Loan are required to collect and complete the following forms; CEDA Loan Application Form, CEDA Business Plan Form, and Checklist form for the required document. Copies of these forms are available at the inquiries desk at any of the CEDA offices across the country or download it via the CEDA website [https://www.ceda.co.bw/application-centre CEDA Application Forms Link] or directly download it using these [https://www.ceda.co.bw/sites/default/files/ceda-loan-application-form.pdf Loan Application Form Link], [https://www.ceda.co.bw/sites/default/files/ceda-business-plan-form.pdf Business Plan Form Link]
#The applicant will be required to submit the certified copies of the relevant supporting documents as mentioned under the “Required Documents” section of this page, in addition to the duly completed application form in all respect to the CEDA office within the business jurisdiction. Any omission of these documents will render the registration process incomplete.
#Alternative an applicant may prepare a separate business plan which should contain at least all of the information requested for in the CEDA business plan form and submitted together with a completed loan application form and the supporting documentation.
#Upon receipt of the application file, the CEDA receptionist/secretary at the front desk will verify if all the necessary information and documentation has been provided and that the applications comply with the selection criteria before registering the application file for assessment and consideration by the CEDA department/unit responsible which is within 14 working days.
#Applicants will be issued with an acknowledgment slip/reference number as proof of submission of the application.
#The application will be processed as per the information and documentation provided, that is why applicants are advised to provide sufficient information to enable the CEDA to evaluate the business plan and make its decision.
#The CEDA will only approve to finance the project/business if it’s satisfied that funding business will be viable, sustainable, and adding value to the economy.
#Notice of the decision (Approval, Deferral, or Rejection) for the Loan will be communicated to the client in writing and sent via mail.
#If the funding is approved, the applicant will be required to visit the CEDA office, where the application was lodged and produce a proof of identity document and the approval letter to be validated by the authorized official, the applicant/client will then be required to sign a contract with CEDA and the business plan will form part of the contract.
#The Access of the loan by the applicant once approved, is normally subjected to pre-disbursement conditions as the CEDA deems fit, once all these conditions have been fulfilled, the loan can start disbursing in accordance with the implementation schedule agreed with the applicant (borrower). 
 
'''Apply Online''' 
#Interested applicants may submit their application online via the CEDA website [https://www.ceda.co.bw/ceda-online-loan-application-form Link].
#The application form will be displayed, fill out all mandatory fields accurately i.e. {Personal details/Corporate Details (If the applicant is a company)/Financial Details}, upload all the supporting documentation as listed on the site, and click on the “Submit” tab.
#Alternative an applicant may prepare a separate business plan which should contain at least all of the information requested for in the CEDA business plan form and submitted together with a completed loan application form and the supporting documentation.
#Upon receipt of the application file, the CEDA receptionist/secretary at the front desk will verify if all the necessary information and documentation has been provided and that the applications comply with the selection criteria before registering the application file for assessment and consideration by the CEDA department/unit responsible which is within 14 working days.
#The CEDA will send the applicant an acknowledgment mail with the Reference number as proof of submission of the application.
#The application will be processed as per the information and documentation provided, that is why applicants are advised to provide sufficient information to enable the CEDA to evaluate the business plan and make its decision.
#The CEDA will only approve to finance the project/business, if it’s satisfied that funding the business, will be viable, sustainable, and adding value to the economy.
#Notice of the decision (Approval, Deferral, or Rejection) for the Loan will be communicated to the client in writing and sent via mail.
#If the funding is approved, the applicant will be required to visit the CEDA office, where the application was lodged and produce a proof of identity document and the approval letter to be validated by the authorized official, the applicant/client will then be required to sign a contract with CEDA and the business plan will form part of the contract.
#The Access of the loan by the applicant once approved, is normally subjected to pre-disbursement conditions as the CEDA deems fit, once all these conditions have been fulfilled, the loan can start disbursing in accordance with the implementation schedule agreed with the applicant (borrower). 
 
'''Appeals to the Chief Executive Officer''' 
Any person who is aggrieved by the refusal of the department concern to grant the loan may appeal in writing against the refusal to the Chief Executive Officer. When one appeals, they must give reasons for not agreeing with the decision and any other information why their application should be re-considered. [https://www.ceda.co.bw/appeals-procedure CEDA appeal process Link] 
 

==Required Documents==
*Certified copy of Omang (partners/directors/members].
*Certificate of Incorporation or Registration.
*Memorandum and Article of Association/Partnership Agreement.
*Resolution by Shareholders/Board Members to apply for a loan where the applicant is a company.
*Form 2 (List of Directors).
*Form 4 (Allotment of Shares).
*Bank statement for operating businesses.
*Audited financial statements for companies that have been operating for more than 2 years.
*Valuation report of immovable property offered as security against the proposed loan.
*Title deed for property used as security.
*Livestock brand certificate.
*Borehole drilling completion certificate, water right certificate, proof of ownership
*Relevant quotations.
*Copy of necessary licenses, such as a trading license.
*Copy of rental/lease agreement.
*Copy of franchise/trade agreement.
*A personal balance sheet of individuals and partners. Where the applicant is a private company, the personal balance sheets of directors.
*Curriculum Vitae of individuals/partners/directors.
*Professional and academic certificates.
*Any other additional document requested by the CEDA. 
 
==Office Locations & Contacts==
'''Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA)''' 
'''Headquarter Office ''' 
'''Gaborone Branch''' 
Address: CEDA House, Prime Plaza Matante Road & Khama Crescent Extension CBD 
Gaborone, 
Botswana 
Private Bag 00504, Gaborone 
Tel: (+267) 3170895 
Fax: (+267) 3170896 
 
'''Molepolole Branch''' 
Address: Plot 470 Main Road, Borakanelo Ward 
Molepolole, 
Botswana 
P O Box 3271 Molepolole 
Tel: (+267) 5920000 
Fax: (+267) 5915318 
 
'''Kanye Branch''' 
Address: Plot 1264, Maswabi Complex, Sebonego Ward 
Kanye, 
Botswana 
Private Bag 16 Kanye 
Tel: (+267) 5440324 
Fax: (+267) 5441109 
 
'''Palapye Branch''' 
Address: Plot 8717, Unit17, Riverview Mall along A1 
Palapye, 
Botswana 
Private Bag 24 
Tel: (+267) 4920279 
Fax: (+267) 4920235 
 
'''Francistown Branch ''' 
Address: Plot 323676, Unit 6, 7, 8 Donga, along Marang Road 
Francistown, 
Botswana 
P O Box 1845 Francistown 
Tel: (+267) 2412775 
Fax: (+267) 2416045 
 
'''Selibe Phikwe Branch''' 
Address: Plot 6575 Khama Road, Private Bag 190 S/Phikwe 
Selibe Phikwe, 
Botswana 
Tel: (+267) 2622377 
Fax: (+267) 2622374 
 
'''Maun Branch''' 
Address: Plot 730 Tsheko Road, Mall Extension 
Maun, 
Botswana. 
Private Bag 393 Maun 
Tel: (+267) 6864169 
Fax: (+267) 6864858 
 
'''Hukuntsi Branch''' 
Address: Plot 158, Unit 7, Macheng Mall 
Hukuntsi, 
Botswana 
Private Bag 16 Kanye 
Tel: (+267) 6510170 
Fax: (+267) 6510185 
 
'''Ghanzi Branch''' 
Address: Chelford Complex, Plot 1299 Henry Jackie Road 
Ghanzi, 
Botswana. 
P O Box 792 Ghanzi 
Tel: (+267) 6597331 
Fax: (+267) 6597595 
 
'''Kasane Branch''' 
Address: Plot 5085, Rural Admin Centre 
Kasane, 
Botswana 
P O Box 63 Kasane 
Tel: (+267) 6250183 
Fax: (+267) 6250185 
 
'''Letlhakane Branch''' 
Address: Plot 10297, Mokgobelele Ward 
Letlhakane, 
Botswana 
Private Bag 55 Letlhakane 
Tel: (+267) 2976234 
Fax: (+267) 2976523 
*[https://www.ceda.co.bw/branch-network CEDA Branch Offices contact/address location details] 
*[https://www.ceda.co.bw/ CEDA website] 
 
==Eligibility==
Applicants should meet the following criteria to be eligible for funding: 
*Citizens must be aged 18 years and above.
*Individuals operating legal income-generating activities.
*Must be in a group of 5-15 members.
*Owner-managed businesses.
*Willing to co-guarantee one another in a group.
*Willing to meet as a group weekly/fortnightly/monthly.
*Business proposals that are financially viable in the long term.
*Training & Mentoring is a pre-requisite for funding. 
 
The Mabogo-Dinku Loan (funds) can be used towards:
*Business running expenses like stock, rentals, etc.
*Acquisition of micro-business assets like equipment, tools, etc. 
 
==Fees==
No fee associate with the service. 
 
==Validity==
The loan will be payable in 3-12 months. 
 
==Documents to Use==
*[https://www.ceda.co.bw/sites/default/files/ceda-loan-application-form.pdf Loan Application Form] 
*[https://www.ceda.co.bw/sites/default/files/ceda-business-plan-form.pdf Business Plan Form] 
 
==Sample Documents==
Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people. 
 
==Processing Time==
The turn-around time for CEDA to give feedback on the loan application is 14 days. 
 
==Related Videos==
Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
Attach videos using the following tag <&video type='website'>video ID|width|height<&/video&> from external websites.
Please remove the '&' inside the tags during implementation.
Website = allocine, blip, dailymotion, facebook, gametrailers, googlevideo, html5, metacafe, myspace, revver,
sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
width = 560, height = 340, Video ID = Can be obtained from the URL of webpage where the video is displayed.
e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'. 
 
==Instructions==
Please provide other instructions related to the certificate/documents.
e.g. The state office holds birth records since january 1908. 
 
==Required Information==
PERSONAL DETAILS 
*Full names
*Contact details
*Project Description
*Training and Experience
*How much are you applying for 
 
CORPORATE DETAILS (IF A COMPANY) 
*Name of Company
*Date of Incorporation
*Nature of Business
*Shareholders details
*Two Reference details
*Commercial Bankers details
*Accountants/Auditors details
*Alternative Contact Details (Next of kin not living with you)s
*Declaration by the applicant 
 
BUSINESS PLAN 
*How long have you / company been trading for?
*Project Capital Costs details
*Financing Plan details
*Ownership and Management details
*Owners Personal Balance Sheet details
*Project Location
*Production Process
*Target Market/ Market Size/ Competitors details
*Market share your project intends to archive
*Distribution channels
*Supply Channels 
 

==Need for the Document==
Mabogo-Dinku loan offers micro-enterprises an opportunity and enables citizen participation in enterprise development. Mabogo-Dinku loan provides micro-enterprises with funds for their needs e.g. working capital and small asset finance. 
 
==Information which might help==
[https://www.ceda.co.bw/sites/default/files/Revised%20CEDA%20Guidelines%20June%202020.pdf CEDA 2020 Guidelines] 
 
==Other uses of the Document/Certificate==
Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity. 
 
==External Links==
*[https://www.ceda.co.bw/mabogo-dinku CEDA] 
*[https://www.gobotswana.com/sites/default/files/CEDA%20Products%20and%20Services.pdf Go Botswana] 
 
==Others==
More information which might help people. 

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