Your business dream, our support. Apply now and grow with the NYDF!
NATIONAL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT FUND (NYDF)
Khomas Region
Empowering Youth Aged 18–35. Support for startups, existing businesses, and cooperatives.
Applications Submitted
Submission Deadline
4 September 2025 at 12H00
Requirements
Namibian ID (certified)
Registered business or cooperative certificate
Business plan showing how your idea fits one
of the priority sectors
Simple financial projections showing income, costs, and sustainability
Bank confirmation letter
Clear potential for job creation, youth empowerment, and community benefit
Apply at
Khomas Regional Governor’s Office – Windhoek
Or contact the Ministry of Finance:
061 209 2928 / 2642 / 2930
What is the NYDF?
The National Youth Development Fund (NYDF) is a development fund established to provide financial and technical support to youth through loans between 2%-4%.
The fund is aimed at fostering youth-owned businesses, startups, cooperatives, and innovative projects, especially in various sectors of the economy with priorities in Agriculture & Agro-processing, Green & Eco-friendly Projects, as well as Manufacturing & Value Addition.
Main Objectives
Promote youth entrepreneurship • Reduce youth unemployment by creating sustainable economic opportunities • Support youth in starting, growing, or scaling their businesses • Enable access to affordable financing and business support services • Encourage youth involvement in priority sectors • Promote inclusive growth, especially for marginalised groups
Do you have any questions about the National Youth Development Fund?
An answer will be provided directly or through various forums and media channels from the 22nd of August 2025.
NYDF Funding Available
Interest: 2% – 4% | Repayment Period: Up to 5 years | Grace Period: Up to 12 months
N$60,000 – N$200,000
Start-up Initiatives
N$200,000 – N$1,00,000
Entrpreneurial Projects
N$1,000,000 – N$2,000,000
Established Ventures
NYDF Sectors
Funding is available in the following sectors
Agriculture & Food
Small farms, gardens, and food products
Green & Eco-friendly
Recycling, clean energy, and eco-products
Manufacturing & Making
Crafts and small-scale production
Creative Industries
Fashion, film, music, and the arts
ICT & Digital Innovation
Apps, e-commerce, and ICT services
Tourism & Services
Tours, events, and hospitality services
Beauty & Wellness
Salons, grooming, and community services