At the Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA), we are dedicated to unlocking the full potential of citizen-owned businesses across Botswana. Our personalized financial solutions and expert guidance are designed to support entrepreneurs in key sectors like agribusiness, manufacturing, and services. CEDA provides diverse loan products: up to P1 million for small businesses, P10 million for medium enterprises, and P50 million for large-scale ventures. Special sectors benefit from reduced interest rates to encourage innovation.
CEDA offers a wide range of services designed to help businesses grow, from manufacturing to agribusiness, and trade finance.
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CEDA ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD OF DIRECTORS
We are pleased to announce the appointment of CEDA’s new Board of Directors. The appointment brings together a strong mix of expertise in finance, governance, human capital, enterprise development, innovation and strategic leadership, strengthening...
CEDA OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED A REVAMPED POULTRY FINANCIAL SUITE
The Citizen Entrepreneurial Development Agency (CEDA) officially launched a Revamped Poultry Fianncial Suite in a move aimed at strengthening citizen participation across Botswana’s poultry value chain and stimulating growth within the agribusiness...
𝐓𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐌𝐄 𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐇 𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐘 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍!
Our 14th CEDA branch was officially opened on Thursday, 4 December 2025, by Hon. Tiroeaone Ntsima, Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship.
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Get clear answers to common queries about CEDA’s loan processes, funding options, and support services to guide your entrepreneurial path.
The sector is currently experiencing some hiccups and CEDA is treading with utmost caution in this industry.
Yes, the applicant can appeal to the Chief Executive Officer. Reasons are provided for every unsuccessful application and when one appeals, they must give reasons for not agreeing with the decision and any other information why their application should be re-considered.
CEDA finances start-ups and expansion of existing businesses. Therefore, individuals or companies wishing to start a new business and those wishing to expand existing businesses can apply.
