Empowering
Minority Businesses
Access exclusive procurement opportunities reserved for women-owned, youth-owned, and PWD-owned businesses through Kenya's AGPO framework.
What this means for you
As part of Kenya's Affirmative Action framework, at least 30% of procurement opportunities are reserved for qualifying businesses
Women-owned businesses
Enterprises where at least 70% of directors/shareholders are women, creating opportunities for female entrepreneurs.
Youth-owned businesses
(18–35 years)
Supporting young entrepreneurs with majority shareholders/directors aged between 18-35 years.
PWD-owned enterprises
Businesses owned or led by Persons with Disabilities, promoting inclusive economic participation.
This ensures that businesses like yours get a fair chance to grow, win tenders, and build long-term partnerships.
Why you need this
Running a business is tough, and often small enterprises struggle to compete with larger firms. By registering under this opportunity:
You get direct access to tenders reserved for your group.
You enjoy a level playing field against peers, not big corporations.
You build capacity and credibility through formal procurement.
You access training, mentorship, and financial linkages from our partners.
It's not just about winning a contract — it's about growing your enterprise and creating impact in your community.
How to get approved
To qualify, you need to be officially registered under AGPO and have the right documents.
Confirm your group category
Women
At least 70% of directors/shareholders are women.
Youth
Majority shareholders/directors are aged 18–35 years.
PWDs
Majority shareholders/directors must be registered with NCPWD.
Prepare your documents
You will typically need:
Apply for approval
(if you do not have certificate)
Register on the AGPO Portal (www.agpo.go.ke) and upload the required documents.
Once approved, you will receive your AGPO Certificate.
Upload your AGPO certificate into your SRM E-Procurement profile to unlock access to reserved tenders.
Ready to unlock your potential?
Join thousands of minority-owned businesses already benefiting from AGPO opportunities. Your success story starts with a single application.