NIF Africa Group

Enterprise Partner Application

Building Enterprises. Creating Opportunity. Strengthening Communities.

Completion of this application does not guarantee acceptance, financing, investment, grants, contracts, or other financial assistance. All applications are subject to review and approval by NIF Africa Group.

Apply to become an Enterprise Partner

Tell us about yourself and your enterprise. We use this information to understand your business, assess its needs, and identify appropriate support opportunities.

01 — Applicant information

Your personal and contact details.

Full Name *GenderDate of BirthNationalityCounty / Community of ResidenceCurrent AddressPrimary Phone Number *WhatsApp NumberEmail Address *Preferred Method of Contact

02 — Business information

The basics of your business or enterprise.

Business / Enterprise Name *Business Trading Name, if differentBusiness Location / AddressCountyCommunity / DistrictBusiness Phone NumberBusiness EmailWebsite or Social Media PageYear Business StartedCurrent Business StatusBusiness StructureIs the business legally registered?Business Registration NumberTax Identification Number, if applicablePrimary Business Sector

Briefly describe the products or services your business provides *

03 — Business operations

How your business works today.

Are you the owner or co-owner of the business?Percentage of OwnershipNumber of Business Owners / PartnersNames of Other Owners or PartnersWho manages the day-to-day operations?Full-Time EmployeesPart-Time EmployeesContractors / Casual WorkersFamily WorkersDays per Week in OperationAverage Customers per Day or WeekPrimary CustomersWhere do you sell products or services?

04 — Business financial information

Your best estimates are welcome where exact records are unavailable.

Estimated Monthly Sales / RevenueEstimated Monthly Business ExpensesEstimated Monthly ProfitEstimated Current Business Inventory ValueEstimated Value of Business Equipment / AssetsDoes the business maintain financial records?What records are currently maintained?Does the business have a bank account?Does the business use Mobile Money?Any outstanding loans or debts?

If yes, please explain outstanding loans or debts

05 — Business needs and funding request

The support and resources that would help your business move forward.

Why are you applying to become an NIF Enterprise Partner? *What are the three biggest challenges facing your business? *What support are you most interested in receiving?

Are you requesting financial assistance?Amount RequestedPurpose of FundingAffordable Monthly Repayment

Explain exactly how funding would be usedHow would funding increase revenue or profitability?

06 — Growth, impact, and declaration

Your plans, commitments, and authorization.

Where would you like your business to be within the next 12 months? *Where would you like your business to be within the next 3–5 years? *

Additional jobs your business could createWilling to participate in NIF business training? *Willing to participate in ongoing mentorship and monitoring? *Does your business employ people from your local community?Does your business purchase from local suppliers?

How does your business currently benefit your community?What additional community impact could your business create if expanded?I certify that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that participation does not automatically guarantee a loan, grant, investment, contract, or other financial assistance, and I authorize NIF Africa Group to use this information for enterprise assessment and related program purposes.

Applicant Full Name *Date *

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