Through the YUM Foundation, KFC is committed to supporting the growth and development of Black women-owned agricultural businesses across South Africa. The KFC Female Farmers Programme helps strengthen operational capacity, enhance market access, and build long-term business sustainability for agribusinesses that are ready to take their next step.
The programme is designed for farmers and producers who are already active in their communities and now need structured support, mentorship, and industry best-practice guidance to expand responsibly. Participants receive capacity-building support and developmental opportunities — without any expectation or positioning of supplying KFC.
By investing in emerging women-led enterprises, the KFC Female Farmers Programme contributes to building a more sustainable and inclusive agricultural ecosystem. Through mentorship, skills development and targeted support, the programme empowers women farmers to grow their businesses, strengthen their operations, and unlock new opportunities within the broader agricultural sector.
If your agribusiness has the readiness, ambition, and potential to grow, we invite you to apply.
The programme is open to Black women-owned agribusinesses that meet the following criteria:
Business Legitimacy & Registration
Registered with the CIPC
Operate from a verifiable business or farm address
Active business bank account with recent activity
Ownership & Compliance
100% or majority-owned by Black women
Compliant with SARS, with a valid B-BBEE certificate or affidavit
Business Maturity & Operations
At least two years of operational activity
Employ at least two or more staff members
Evidence of infrastructure, equipment, stock or production capacity
Sector & Production Focus
Poultry, broiler production, or complementary agriculture (such as vegetables)
Ability to meet ongoing production and quality requirements
Market Access & Growth Potential
Existing customer base (distributors, retailers, butcheries, etc.)
Clear opportunities for expansion or increased production
Management & Capability
Competent management and a consistent working environment
Openness to training, mentorship and capacity development
Applicants must submit:
CIPC Registration Certificate
SARS Tax Compliance documents
B-BBEE Certificate / Affidavit
Lease agreement or title deed
Recent Audited Financial Statements
Management Accounts (6 months)
Existing offtake or sales agreements
Industry accreditations
(Global GAP, HACCP, FSSC 22000, etc.)
Details of any personal or business judgements
A risk declaration related to the business or owner
Complete the application form and upload all required documents.
All submissions will undergo a formal verification process before the next stage of assessment.
