Co-funded by the European Union

Belgium partner in development

Enabel

Call WeWorkS-SME growth track

Enabel, with funding from the European Union and the Kingdom of Belgium, is implementing the WeWorkS project (2023-2028) as part of its initiative to support private sector development in Uganda. The project aims at creating 35 specialized, hands-on business support aimed at accelerating growth, improving operations, and enhancing job creation.

Key areas of support

• Business Development: Preparing export-driven SMEs for investment, supporting technical assistance in the following areas: Governance & Compliance, Strengthening business structures and regulatory adherence, and developing a strong start development and team efficiency
• Financial Management & Planning: Improving financial strategies and planning, and enhancing access to finance for funding and expansion opportunities
• Business Strategy & Market Development: Upskilling SMEs, expanding distribution, and increasing sales through digitalization and market access
• 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 (Uganda Registration Services Bureau)
• SME, or cooperative/enterprise
• Operational for at least two years
• Annual turnover of UGX 80 million or more
• Commitment to business growth and job creation

Target regions & priority sectors

SMEs must operate in one of the following regions: Albertine & Rwenzori, Busoga, Kampala Priority will be given to businesses in the following sectors: agribusiness, poultry, piggery, coffee, horticulture, dairy, tourism, fishery, construction, sustainable tourism, forestry

Application process

Interested SMEs should submit their expression of interest online via:
https://bit.ly/WeWorkS
Deadline: 7 May 2025

Information sessions

Between April 7-10, 2025 (physical or online). Registration details are available on:
https://bit.ly/WeWorkS

For further inquiries, contact:
WeWorkS@enabel.be
Reference Number:
UGA23001-10019