Application Deadline

📅 First application window: May 2, 2025
📅 Rolling applications: Available for the next six months, subject to availability

About the Program

The WeWork – Green and Decent Jobs for Youth SME Growth Program is designed to support high-potential SMEs by providing expert-driven technical assistance in key areas such as:

1. Governance

2. Financial management

3. Market expansion

4. Investment readiness

5. Operational efficiency

This initiative aims to unlock business growth and job creation potential by offering tailored support to eligible SMEs.

Who Should Apply?

The program is looking for ambitious SMEs that meet the following criteria:
✔️ Legally registered (business, social enterprise, or cooperative under URSB)
✔️ Operational for at least two years
✔️ Annual turnover of UGX 80 million or more
✔️ Structured management team
✔️ Committed to business growth and job creation

Priority Sectors & Regions

SMEs in the following value chains and regions will be given priority:

✅ Albertine, Rwenzori, Busoga, West Nile, Kampala Metropolitan:

• Poultry, Piggery, Apiary

• Renewable Energy, Green Construction, Sustainable Tourism

✅ Busoga, West Nile, Kampala Metropolitan:

• Coffee & Cocoa

• Sustainable Forestry (Timber & Non-Timber)

✅ Busoga Only:

• Aquaculture

✅ West Nile Only:

• Cassava, Sunflower, Simsim

SMEs in other sectors related to agriculture or the green economy may also be considered if they demonstrate strong growth and job creation potential.

Application Process

1. Register or sign in on the platform.

2. Click ‘Apply’ to access the application form.

3. Your draft application will be saved automatically as you proceed.

4. Once submitted, applications cannot be modified.

This is not a pass-or-fail test—it’s an opportunity to understand your business and determine how best to support its growth.

📌 Detailed eligibility criteria and priority regions & sectors can be downloaded upon entering the application form.