The Damu Entrepreneurship Development Fund has signed subsidy agreements with KZI Bank, Nurbank, and Merz Leasing Machinery under the Unified Small Business Support Program “Isker Aimaq.”

The program aims to ensure access to affordable financing for micro and small businesses operating in priority sectors, including manufacturing, food production, furniture and construction materials, as well as handicrafts.

Within the framework of the program, subsidies are provided for loans intended for investment purposes and working capital replenishment. The maximum loan amount is up to KZT 200 million, with a subsidy period of up to 3 years. The government covers 40% of the interest rate.