General Guidance
| Funding | Funding Guide: African businesses seeking under £2 million from the UK government This guidance explains how African businesses can apply for under £2 million in funding through investment organisations backed by the UK government. Funding Guide: African businesses seeking finance from the UK government This guidance supports businesses from developing countries to understand and apply for UK government sources of development and trade finance. Funding Guide: Women-led tech firms in Africa This guide outlines the foundational steps and strategy required for start-ups to effectively approach and prepare for fundraising with investors. |
| Trade | Export Guide: African businesses looking to export to the UK Find out about UK markets and sectors, trade agreements, UK import regulations and taxes, and support for African businesses from the UK government Export Guide: UK Businesses looking to export to Africa This guide outlines the foundational steps and strategy required for start-ups to effectively approach and prepare for fundraising with investors. Trade Guide: The UK’s new Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) This guide covers the Developing Countries Trading Scheme (DCTS) cuts tariffs, removes conditions and simplifies trading rules for 65 developing countries. |
| Investment | Investment Guide: UK companies looking to invest in Africa Find out about investment opportunities and support from the UK government. Learn how to manage risk, invest ethically, and access guidance on African countries. |