The application process for the GH¢600 Coronavirus Alleviation Programme Business Support Scheme starts today, 20th May, and ends on Saturday, 20th June.
Beneficiaries are either self-employed, sole proprietors, or engaged in limited liability, partnership, or joint venture arrangement with a total of ninety-nine (99) employees is the limit of employment for any qualifying enterprise.
The qualifying enterprise is supposed to belong to a trade association or group and be registered with National Board for Small Scale Industries.
To ensure a smooth application process for all eligible candidates, application forms have been made available online on the website of NBSSI, which is www.nbssi.gov.gh. It is also available via USSD code across all mobile networks, and applicants can also call the CAP Business Call Centre on 0302 477 777, or visit the nearest NBSSI Business Advisory Centre for assistance with their applications.
Smaller enterprises can access funds from the Adom Micro Loans, and larger ones from the Anidasuo Soft Loan. This whole Scheme is meant to engender compassion and hope, the pillars upon which we will build a new post-COVID Ghana.
The beneficiary sectors include Agri and agro-businesses; manufacturing; water and sanitation; tourism and hospitality; education; food and beverages; technology; transportation; commerce and trade; healthcare and pharmaceuticals; and textiles and garments.
Source: Mybrytfmonline/Kofi Atakora
