Call for Expressions of Interest –WeWork-SME growth track tender at Enabel

Enabel, with funding from the European Union and the Kingdom of Belgium, is implementing the WeWork – green and decent jobs for youth project (2023-2028). As part of this initiative, 35 high-potential SMEs will be selected to receive specialized, hands-on business support aimed at accelerating growth, improving operations, and enhancing job creation.

Key areas of support

Selected SMEs will benefit from expert-driven technical assistance in the following areas:

• Governance & Compliance – Strengthening business structures and regulatory adherence
• Human Resource Management – Enhancing staff development and team efficiency
• Financial Management & Planning – Improving financial strategies and sustainability
• Investment Readiness – Preparing businesses for funding and expansion opportunities
• Business Strategy & Market Development – Scaling sales, expanding distribution, and accessing new markets
• Operational Efficiency & Technology Integration – Streamlining processes and adopting smart business solutions

Eligibility criteria

This opportunity is open to SMEs that meet the following criteria:

• Legally registered with URSB (business, social enterprise, or cooperative)
• Operational for at least two years
• Annual turnover of UGX 80 million or more Structured management in place
• Commitment to business growth and job creation

Target regions & priority sectors

SMEs must operate in one of the following regions:
Albertine & Rwenzori, Busoga, Kampala Metropolitan, West Nile + Kiryandongo.
Priority will be given to businesses in agribusiness (apiary, poultry, piggery, coffee, cassava, aquaculture), renewable energy, green construction, sustainable tourism, and forestry.

Application process

Interested SMEs should submit their expression of interest online via:
https://enabel.submit.com/show/206

Deadline: 2nd May 2025

Information sessions

Between April 7-16, 2025 (physical & online).

Registration details are available on:
For further inquiries, contact:
uga_csc_contracts@enabel.be/uga_csc_contracts@enabel.be with Reference No: UGA22003-10019 in the subject line.