GRANTS AND PRIZES

GREENTech4CE FINANCIAL GRANTS FOR - FINANCIAL SERVICE PROVIDERS

The Green Recycling Enterprises Engaging in New Technology for a Circular Economy (GREENTech4CE) project in Zambia – Fully funded by the European Union invites eligible Financial Service Providers (FSPs) to submit  proposals to deliver tailored financial products and services to startups, micro, small and Medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the green, circular and digital economy including critical raw materials in Lusaka, Copperbelt and Northwestern provinces under the GREENTech4CE Project.

Who Can Apply:

  • Microfinance institutions
  • Financial Technology firms
  • Private Equity Firms
  • Venture capital firms
  • Impact investors providing financial products or services

Project Eligible Focus Sectors: Applicants must have experience in providing financial
products and services to enterprises operating in the following sectors:

1. Manufacturing
2. Mining (upstream and downstream) with a focus on artisanal mining in CRM
3. Services
4. Construction
5. Creative Arts
6. Digital
7. Transport and Logistics
8. Energy (renewable energy and waste to energy)

Funding:
EUR50,000 to EUR250,000

Application Deadline: 16th September 2025 at 12:00 (noon) CAT

TO APPLY CLICK HERE (CALL IV APPLICATION FORM FOR FSPs):

Apply Now

CALL IV KEY APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

To learn more about the opportunity, join the Information session via link below:
REGISTER FOR ZOOM INFO SESSION

  • 31st July 2025 @10:00hrs
  • 08th August 2025 @10:00hrs
  • 12th August 2025 @10:00hrs
  • 14th August 2025 @10:00hrs
  • 19th August 2025 @10:00hrs
  • 21th August 2025 @10:00hrs

GREENTech4CE FINANCIAL GRANTS FOR - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SERVICE PROVIDERS 

The EU-funded GREENTech4CE project invites innovative business development service providers (BDSP) to submit proposals to support Startups, Micro and Small enterprises operating in Zambia's green, circular and digital economy including critical raw materials for inclusive growth in Zambia.

Who Can Apply:

  • Business Development Business Service Providers
  • Organizations with demonstrated experience in enterprise support incubation or capacity building

Eligible Focus Sectors:

  1. Manufacturing
  2. Mining (upstream and downstream) with a focus on artisanal mining in CRM
  3. Services
  4. Construction
  5. Creative Arts
  6. Digital
  7. Transport and Logistics
  8. Energy (renewable energy and waste to energy)

Funding:
EUR 60,000 – 150,000

Application Deadline: 29th August 2025

TO APPLY CLICK HERE (CALL III APPLICATION FORM FOR BDSPs):

Apply Now

CALL III KEY APPLICATION DOCUMENTS

To learn more about the opportunity, register in advance and join the Info-sessions via link below:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

  • 15th July 2025 @10:00 hrs
  • 17th July 2025 @10:00 hrs
  • 22nd July 2025 @10:00 hrs
  • 24th July 2025 @10:00 hrs
  • 29th July 2025 @10:00 hrs
  • 31st July 2025 @10:00 hrs

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BUSINESS GROWTH AND INNOVATION PRIZES 

In an effort to stimulate innovation and continuous learning, GREENTech4CE will be supporting initiatives that raise awareness on environmental sustainability, technological advancements, and the development of innovative solutions.

To this effect, the project will provide support to institutions that design and operate incubators or innovation hubs by:

  • Sponsoring awards and innovation prizes,
  • Participating on evaluation committees, and
  • Providing technical assistance, especially with a focus on women and youth innovators.

This support will align with thematic areas including green economy, circular economy, digital transformation, and critical raw materials (CRM).

Business Development Service Providers (BDSPs) – Call III

Under this call, GREENTech4CE is providing grants between EUR 60,000 and EUR 150,000 to support Business Development Service Providers (BDSPs) that incubate or accelerate startups and MSMEs in Zambia’s green, circular, digital economy and Critical Raw Materials.

Key Highlights:

  • Total fund available: EUR 1,576,750
  • Application window opens: 14 July 2025
  • Application deadline: 29 August 2025
  • Implementation period: 12 months
  • Matching requirement: 25% (for most BDSPs); 15% (for those supporting Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining)

Eligible Institutions Include:

  • Zambian-registered BDSPs operating for at least 2 years,
  • Entities with proven track record in incubation or acceleration,
  • Organizations serving startups, micro and small enterprises in sectors like manufacturing, construction, energy, creative industries, digital services, logistics, and artisanal mining (CRM).

For more information email: [email protected]