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Poverty Eradication Programme

Overview

Government poverty eradication initiatives are included in nation’s long term strategy, Vision 2036 and other National Development Plans, which outlines poverty eradication as one of the key policy deliverables.

In 2011 government revamped its effort and commitment to addressing poverty and came up with Poverty Eradication Programme (PEP) to economically empower and capacitate current and prospective beneficiaries to lead a dignified life. PEP is meant to assist individuals and or group to graduate from extreme poverty or abject poverty through;

  • sustainable income generation and employment initiatives
  • capacity building and skills development
  • organized individuals or groups and provide funds in order to promote micro and small scale entrepreneurship

This is coordinated from the Office of the President through Poverty Eradication Coordination Unit (PECU). PECU was established to accelerate programme uptake particularly those in abject poverty whose dignity has to be restored as a matter of urgency, and at the same time coordinating efforts of other stakeholders.

Who is eligible?
  • Botswana citizen aged 18 years and above.
  • Able to undertake the project they select.
  • Earning or living on a monthly income not more than P300.00 (USD 1.25/day).
  • Earning seasonal, occasional or temporary  income such under Ipelegeng programme.
  • Having spouses not earning monthly income in excess of P300.00, unless such income is seasonal, occasional or temporary.
  • Having livestock units not exceeding six (6) cows/ or fifteen (15) small stock.
  • Should be a beneficiary of the Poverty Eradication Programme or other government programme who have suffered severe loss of assets or livestock due to disease or other natural disaster as verified by the Ministry responsible for related project.

 

 

How do I get this service?
  • Register  with the District Commissioner's (DC) office, Social Welfare or Community Development Officer in their localities for the project you wish to do.
  • Assessment  for eligibility and choice of project will be determined by the Social Welfare Office.
  • Recommendation  for approval or rejection by the committee responsible for poverty eradication in each district or sub district.
  • Trained and subsequently packaged
What supporting documents are required?
  • Identity card
  • Recommendation from Social Welfare Office
Where can I obtain this service?
  • Any District  Commissioner's Office
  • Any District/Urban Council . 
Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

Free.

Keywords

Poverty Eradication

 

Ministry submitting this Service

Youth Development Fund

Overview

Youth Development Fund (YDF) is a socio-economic programme for start-ups and expanding businesses. YDF was introduced in the financial year 2009/10 as an economic empowerment programme meant to assist aspiring youth to venture into various economic enterprises funded at 50% loan & 50% grant. MYSC works in collaboration with other stakeholders such as Local Enterprise Authority to build the spirit of entrepreneurship and other government ministries and parastatals who offer technical support. YDF aims to achieve the following:

  • Promote active participation of youth in the socio-economic development of the country
  • Encourage the out of school, marginalized, unemployed and underemployed youth to venture into sustainable and viable income generating projects
  • Promote the development of competitive, sustainable and growth-oriented citizen owned youth enterprises
  • Reduce rural-urban migration by making it attractive to start growth-oriented enterprises in rural areas.
  • Create sustainable employment opportunities for young people through the development of sustainable projects.
Who is eligible?
  • Botswana citizens aged 18-35 years
  • Out-of-school youth
  • Unemployed youth
  • Underemployed youth earning less than P2 500/month
  • Youth cooperatives comprising of 5-10 members
  • Existing  youth businesses: self-funded and funded through other government schemes such as LIMID, Poverty Eradication, Out of school youth grant whose businesses have operated for 6 months and above
How do I get this service?
What supporting documents are required?
  • A cash-flow forecast statement covering all revenue and expenditure for a period of 12 months
  • Two (2) sets of quotations covering all items included in the proposed budget
  • A copy of valid license of operation (where applicable)
  • Certified copies of valid national identity document (Omang) for all business partners
  • A letter of intent to lease or lease agreement in cases of operating businesses or proof of
    ownership thereof
  • Curriculum Vitae of all members/partners
  • Certified copies of vocational and or academic certificates or traceable references
    (where applicable)
  • Copy of partnership deed, or cooperative constitution, or memorandum and articles of
    association (where applicable)
  • Company resolutions for loan application
  • Succession plan
  • Certificates of business registration and shareholder's certificate should show full details (i.e.
    names and ages) of members. (Form 2 & 5 listing Company Directors)
  • Certi­fied copies of parents/guardians/spouse’s national identity card (Omang)
  • Proof of market (letters of intent to buy from potential customers, market research report)
  • The expert consultation form should be part of the YDF form as a guide to youth to consult with the relevant experts that are in line with their proposed projects (where applicable)
  • For married applicants (in community of property) there should be written consent from the
    spouse
  • ITC clearance report upon approval and this should be provided by the applicant
  • Applicants to provide documents confirming suitability of the proposed project site
How long will this service take?

The turn around time for processing applications is Forty-five (45) working days.

Where can I obtain this service?

Nearest MYSC District  Office.

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana (mandatory)

Keywords

Youth Development Fund, Youth funding, youth development fund guidelines, youth empowerment, youth grant, socio-economic development, unemployed youth,  underemployed youth, youth enterprises, youth industry

Ministry submitting this Service

Arts and Culture Grant

Overview

The arts and culture grant offers financial assistance towards the development of the Arts and Culture sector. The aim of the grant is to empower artists, cultural practitioners and organisations to contribute towards economic diversification through the establishment of the creative industries. The limit for small grants is P50 000 while for large grants is P250 000.

Key areas include;

  • Capacity building workshops, seminars and training.
  • Entertainment covers shows, performances, music, comedy, poetry, theatre, drama and edutainment.
  • Literary works cover activities around content creation, presentation and promotion of literary works, book production, translation/adaptations, discussions based on written works, writers/readers competitions
  • Hosting and curating exhibitions
  • Hosting fashion shows
  • Public arts which includes production of sculptures and murals in public places
Who is eligible?

Botswana citizens  

  • Artists
  • Cultural practitioners
  • Cultural organisations
  • Registered organisations which comply with appropriate registration authority
  • Unregistered Community groups/Committees must have Village Development Committee support
How do I get this service?
  • Download, complete and submit the required MYSC Grants Form to the MYSC District Office.
  • Access forms from the MYSC District Offices.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Quotations for services/ equipment
  • A certified copy of National Identity Card (Omang)
  • Valid Registration Certificate
  • Proof of compliance in submission of Tax Returns
  • VAT Clearance/ Exemption Certificate as applicable
How long will this service take?

The application process takes two (2) months.

Where can I obtain this service?

MYSC Headquarters and District offices.

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana (mandatory),

Keywords

Arts and Culture Grant, National Arts and Culture Grant, Grant

Ministry submitting this Service

Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme

Overview

The Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme is an initiative to help groups of women obtain seed money to start their own income generating projects. This grant also accommodate groups that include both women and men.

Who is eligible?

Still under Review.

How do I get this service?

Still under Review.

Where can I obtain this service?

Groups may apply for this service at the nearest Gender Affairs Department Office.

For more information, please enquire at any of the following Gender Affairs Department offices

Opening hours: 7:30 to 12:45, and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

 

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

There are no fees associated with this service.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, empowering women.

Keywords

Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme, groups that include both women and men, seed money, income generating projects, groups of women and men, Policy Guidelines for Financial Support to Women’s Non-Governmental Organisations, Community-Based Organisations, and Groups, project proposal, proposal, project implementation plan, monitoring sustainability plan, market situational analysis report, certificate of registration, certificate of land ownership, lease agreement, list of members, national identity cards, bank account information.

Synonyms

Female funding, female specific funding, groups of men and women, start up money.

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