Mozambique - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

E-pharmacy, also known as online pharmacy or internet pharmacy, refers to the practice of buying and selling pharmaceutical products over the internet. This model allows consumers to order medications and other healthcare products remotely.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

Given the potential benefits of e-pharmacies in improving access to healthcare in Mozambique, the launch of the first e-pharmacy could mark a significant milestone in the country's healthcare landscape, provided that it addresses regulatory requirements, ensures patient safety, and delivers value to consumers. How many times have you looked for a prescribed medicine by your doctor and drove many kilometers looking for that medicine ? During covid or conjunctivitis outbreak how many times did you reached to pharmacies looking for Azithromycin or Eye drops ? Putting in risk several other people that could have been contaminated just by being close to you I have wasted hours looking for the right Diapers , the right ointments for my newborn . The hours that I have wasted made me think that I could bring a solution to this beautiful country.

01.02 What is the main problem you are trying to solve?

How many times have you looked for a prescribed medicine by your doctor and drove many kilometers looking for that medicine ? During covid or conjunctivitis outbreak how many times did you reached to pharmacies looking for Azithromycin or Eye drops ? Putting in risk several other people that could have been contaminated just by being close to you I have wasted hours looking for the right Diapers , the right ointments for my newborn . The hours that I have wasted made me think that I could bring a solution to this beautiful country.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your project intends to provide (at least 3).

STRENGTH Convenience: E-pharmacies enable consumers to purchase medications from the comfort of their homes, saving time and effort compared to visiting a physical pharmacy. Accessibility: People living in remote areas or those with limited mobility may find it easier to access medications through e-pharmacies, especially if traditional pharmacies are not nearby. Privacy: Some consumers prefer the privacy and anonymity offered by e-pharmacies when purchasing sensitive medications. Prescription management: Many e-pharmacies offer services to manage prescriptions, including automatic refills and reminders for medication schedules.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your project is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

With a rapidly expanding population and the specter of decreasing external assistance for health on the horizon, Mozambique needs to consider new ways to provide health services and products. Progress in coverage and health outcomes may be at risk, and the predominantly public system still struggles to provide quality health services to the whole population. Everyone can benefit from this application

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-01-24

01.06 How many other partners are associated with your business venture?

3

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

2

01.08 Please describe the profile of each of the other partners (skills, experience, etc.)

Mr Azmal Rafik Azmal Rafik trained as Computer Engineer from one of the oldest Colleges in India & currently enrolled in a e-MBA course dedicating his efforts in Brand Management from another university in india . Worked for 3 years in the banking sector and 3 years in a Marketing Agency . Ms Edna Matilde : Ms Edna Matilde a financial controller with several years in Accounting . She holds a bachelor in Audit & Accounting from ISUTC Mozambique and a MBA from Universidade Catolica de Moçambique She has financial backdround of working in fields such as Oil & Gas for 3 years and in counsultant role for 2 years . Mr Riaze Rafik : Mr Riaze holds a Bachelor in Economics . He has published articles for the Uni of Washington in Data Management for Non

01.09 If you have a website, a social media page (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin…), or app, please provide the link here:

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

f) Healthcare (healthcare equipment and services)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

5

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

Will contribute to the health system

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

5

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

02.03.01 My project contributes to the Good health and well-being goal

4

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

Mozambique faces a complex set of public health challenges, including a widespread HIV epidemic (13 percent prevalence), a high incidence of malaria and unacceptably high maternal mortality rates (489/100,000). To help reduce all of this problems we have created a solution that will help ensure the delivery of medicine to the doorstep of those in need

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

Health Education and Awareness: E-pharmacies can serve as platforms for health education and awareness campaigns, providing information about common health conditions, preventive measures, and the proper use of medications. This can help empower Mozambican citizens to make informed healthcare decisions and promote better health outcomes.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

5

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

5

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

4

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

NA

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

5

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

Chronic Disease Management: Mozambique, like many other countries, faces challenges related to chronic diseases such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, and tuberculosis. E-pharmacies can play a role in improving the management of these conditions by providing convenient access to medications, facilitating prescription refills, and offering educational resources.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

Accessibility: People living in remote areas or those with limited mobility may find it easier to access medications through e-pharmacies, especially if traditional pharmacies are not nearby.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

5

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

NA

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

5

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

NA

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

5

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

NA

02.16.01 My project contributes to the Peace justice and strong institutions goal

3

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

Overall, the mission of e-pharmacy in Mozambique is to leverage technology and innovation to overcome barriers to healthcare access, improve medication distribution, and promote better health outcomes for the population

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

5

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

NA

05.01 There are a large number of customers who already use a product/service very similar to the product/service we envision creating.

3

05.02 The product/service we envision creating represents an entirely new type of product/service.

6

05.03 The product/service we envision creating could be described as a new technology.

6

05.04 The product/service we envision creating is an improvement on an existing product or service.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.06 The product/service we envision creating responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services.

7 - Strongly Agree

05.07 The product/service we envision creating is a new version of an old product/service.

1 - Strongly Disagree

05.08 Justification

05.09 Who are your main potential competitors and what makes you stand out from them?

No one

10.06 Are you initiating actions within your community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs?

Yes I have 2 women in leading position on my startup project