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We want you to understand how our loans work before you make a decision. If your question isn’t answered here, send us a message on WhatsApp – we’re happy to explain.
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Popular Questions
We provide loans to individuals, farmers, women, young people, entrepreneurs and small businesses in rural and peri-urban communities. Eligibility depends on the type of loan and SMRI's lending requirements.
No. The actual loan application is completed in person. You can contact us by phone, WhatsApp or through our website to tell us what you need, and our team will guide you on the next steps.
2.8% per month. We write it on the agreement, with every other fee, before you sign.
Not always. If you have no collateral, you form a group. Members guarantee each other. If you can offer security, you may apply as an individual.
About the Loan
A soft loan is a loan offered on more favourable terms to make borrowing more manageable and accessible. At SM Rural Initiative, our soft loans come with a 2.8% monthly interest rate, flexible repayment options and free financial education.
You can borrow from UGX 100,000 up to UGX 500,000,000, depending on the loan type and your individual circumstances.
You can request a call back from SMRI to discuss your financing needs.
The website's form is not a loan application or an online loan approval system. It allows you to tell SMRI what you need so the team can contact you, understand your situation and guide you on the next steps.
Loans are disbursed through mobile money or banks. We do not give cash.
It takes 24–72 hours, depending on the type of loan.
Collateral and groups
You may still be able to access financing through a group loan. Group loans are available to people without collateral who are suitable for this type of lending, particularly organized individuals with a common goal.
Who can apply
Yes. Women can apply for financing individually. SMRI also has financing options specifically designed to support women's enterprises.
Repayment and problems
No. We do not keep your National ID, passport, ATM card, or PIN. That is against fair lending practice.
Trust
Yes. SM Rural Initiative Limited is licensed by the Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA).
SM Rural Initiative Limited focuses specifically on making financing more accessible to people in rural and peri-urban communities, including individuals, farmers, women, youth and small businesses who may find traditional bank financing difficult to access.
SMRI also combines financing with free financial education, helping clients understand how to manage and use borrowed money responsibly.
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Tell us your name, phone, and what the money is for. A person will follow up. Sending this form does not approve a loan by itself. We will need to talk with you first.
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