Health Financing (Nursepreneur)

Our health financing clients will receive tailored and relevant business development services coupled with low-cost loans, enabling them to make a positive impact in their communities while generating income.

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If your are

A qualified nurse
Businessoperson looking to own low-cost private clinic
We invite you to submit an expression of interest for potential financial support

Who can apply?

Eligibility criteria 1

Either a) Qualified nurses with a valid nursing degree or diploma from a recognized institution and with a valid nursing license or certification in the relevant jurisdiction or b) Business-minded individuals with a passion for healthcare

Eligibility criteria 2

An entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to identify opportunities, innovate, and adapt to changing market dynamics in the healthcare sector

Eligibility criteria 3

Demonstrated ability to manage a clinic, including knowledge of administrative tasks, inventory management, and staff supervision. Knowledge of regulatory compliance with local healthcare regulations and standards

Eligibility criteria 4

A passion for serving underserved communities and improving access to quality child and maternal healthcare services, including strong commitment to ethical medical practices and patient confidentiality

Eligibility criteria 5

Long-term vision: Ability to develop and implement strategic plans for the clinic's growth and sustainability while meeting the healthcare needs of the community

Frequently asked questions

I am a Nurse with a commitment to maternal and child health but no business experience, can I apply?
Yes you can! With our partner, Rhiza, we will be providing business acumen training to accompany the loan. What is important is that you have an entrepreneurial mindset, good knowledge and commitment to your community's health and that you are open to learning some of the other skills needed to run an effective clinic. These include skills such as financial management skills, communication skills, regulatory compliance, and people management skills
What are the benefits?
Access to healthcare is a human right. With this fund, the benefits are but not limited to: - Increase in access to affordable quality basic healthcare, with an emphasis on maternal and child health. - Reduced loss of productivity due to healthcare seeking and illness. - Improved outcomes for children, whilst reducing the burden on overstretched public health care facilities. - Improved collective community health.
What are the environmental benefits?
Reduce the need for patients to travel long distances to access medical care, leading to a decrease in carbon emissions from transportation, contributing to improved air quality and mitigating the clinic's carbon footprint. - Promote sustainable practices such as energy efficiency and waste management. - Reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse gas emissions.
Financial details
Selected business plans will undergo thorough evaluation to ensure they have the capability to achieve their operational, financial, and impact goals.
What is the amount of investment?
The loan amount will range between $20,000 USD - $50,000 USD
Are the funds being returned?
100% of the loan will be repaid over a 7–10-year period.
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