Application Screening by 20/20 Insight
Exxaro Resources invites qualifying black-owned enterprises to apply for interest-free loan funding to grow capacity, acquire assets, and strengthen business sustainability. Applications open 2 March 2026.
20/20 Insight, an MSME development specialist company, has been appointed to manage the ESD funding application process and will screen all applications and conduct due diligence for funding consideration. Learn more: www.2020insight.co.za
Targeted beneficiaries are Exempt Micro Enterprises (EMEs) and Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs) as defined in the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice. Select the programme that matches your applicant type below.
Supporting the growth of black-owned EMEs and QSEs that do not yet supply goods or services to Exxaro — helping them scale and become commercially sustainable businesses.
Enabling existing Exxaro suppliers to grow capacity, acquire assets, and strengthen their ability to deliver on current and future Exxaro contracts through interest-free loan funding.
Purchase new equipment, vehicles, or machinery needed to operate and grow your business.
Refinance existing business assets to free up cash flow for operational needs or expansion.
Funding to acquire an existing business or a share in a business to accelerate growth.
To apply for funding, click on the applicable "Apply for Funding" button above — select the button relevant to your applicant type:
Incomplete applications and submissions without all required valid documentation will not be considered.
All applicants must upload electronic copies of the following documents on to the 2020 Insight digital platform. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
🗓 Applications open 2 March 2026 and close on 31 March 2026. Late applications will not be considered.
Priority consideration will be given to applicants from Exxaro's host communities / doorstep communities (communities located around Exxaro's operations).
Applications open 2 March 2026 and close on 31 March 2026.
Late applications will not be considered. Allow sufficient time and do not leave it to the last day.
All applications must be submitted via the ESD Screening Portal. Links will activate on 2 March 2026:
While we anticipate receiving a large number of applications, it is our endeavour to respond to applicants within four weeks of receiving their application.
⚠️ Incomplete applications and submissions without all of the required valid documentation will not be considered.
Ensure all documents are uploaded before the deadline.
All successful applicants will be required to enter into a cession agreement to repay the Exxaro ESD loan.
Existing contracts / letters of intent must be converted to formal contracts within three months of funding approval.