Manufacturing funding

Managing an ever-changing business

Applying for manufacturing funding in South Africa can be challenging. Unsecured SME finance is often subject to heavy restrictions and some of the requirements are just plain outdated. Many traditional lenders haven't caught up to the fact that the manufacturing landscape has changed — we live in a time of automation, machine learning and the cloud. The bottom line is that South African manufacturers are operating in Industry 4.0 and have very different and dynamic financing needs compared to other sectors.

Funding the future innovators of South Africa

Small-to-medium manufacturing businesses are the future innovators of South Africa. The furniture craftsmen, the textile factories, the artisans, tinkers, builders and designers. Show more

No matter the type of manufacturing you specialise in, access to manufacturing funding is crucial to maintaining business as usual during quieter periods, or taking the next step on your business’s growth path.

One of the main challenges standing in the way of SMEs succeeding is access to business finance. It stands to reason that access to manufacturing funding should be fast, easy and uncomplicated.

Lulalend moves as fast as your business

Here at Lulalend, we believe in small businesses and want to see every proudly South African manufacturing business reach its full potential. Whether you need quick and easy access to business finance to buy equipment such as a 3D printer or simply need to buy raw materials for the upcoming busy season, we're here to help. Show more

We know you can't afford to wait for traditional lenders to catch up. That's why we're ready to get behind your business right now. We think applying for manufacturing funding should be quick and easy, without all that unnecessary paperwork.

With our hassle-free online application, you will be able to grab the competitive edge you need to stand out. No queues, no waiting period — you’ll be provided with a decision within 24 hours.