This is a guide on how to apply for Hustler Fund in Kenya. Hustlers’ Fund is an affirmative action fund established by President William Ruto to uplift SMEs in Kenya
Initially the communication from the cabinet had indicated that the loans will range from a minimum of Ksh500 to a maximum of Ksh50,000. President William Ruto would later on Wednesday clarify that the Ksh50,000 maximum was set for individual borrowers and that other categories would have a higher limit.
As such, it is now understood that the Hustlers Fund will offer three types of loans, or rather will loan on three different levels.
- Loans to individuals
- Loans to groups
- and Loans to small enterprises and co-operatives.
Eligibility Requirements
All Kenyans interested in applying for the hustler fund should meet the following criteria;
- Be a permanent Kenyan resident.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a valid Good Conduct certificate.
- Belong to the low-income bracket group.
- Be members of any of the credit societies or investment groups that will act as their guarantors.
Hustler Fund Loan Limits
Loan amounts from the Hustler Fund will range from Ksh500 to Ksh50,000 for individuals.
The loan amounts disbursed to each application will differ based on the customer’s business needs.
How to Apply
If you meet the eligibility requirements, you can apply for a loan once it’s rolled out. Here is the application process;
1. Form a women’s or a youth group.
2. Create a business proposal.
3. Produce a Certificate of Good Conduct.
4. Provide your home address.
5. Collect the signatures of four guarantors. You must be related to two people.
6. Sign a nondisclosure agreement to serve a jail term for defrauding the government if you fail to repay within 6 months
7. Open a bank account with National Bank or KCB.
8. Produce your KRA Pin.
