Namibia - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

SavannaScape:Explore Namibia Virtually offers immersive VR experiences of Namibia's landscapes, wildlife, and cultural events. Perfect for education, virtual tourism, and therapy, provides interactive and engaging ways to explore and learn about Namibia's

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

Imagine exploring Namibia's stunning landscapes, majestic wildlife, and vibrant cultural events all from the comfort of your home. This possible through cutting-edge VR technology, offering immersive experiences that captivate and educate. Our platform is versatile: it serves as an educational tool, bringing Namibian geography and culture into classrooms worldwide; a virtual tourism solution, allowing users to explore Namibia’s beauty without travel; and a therapeutic escape, providing stress relief through nature immersion. With high-quality 360-degree videos, interactive hotspots, and augmented audio guides, offering a truly engaging experience. SavannaScape stands out with its unique, content created in collaboration with local experts. Our revenue model includes subscriptions, pay-per-experience options, and partnerships with educational institutions and tourism boards. Join us in revolutionizing the way people experience blending technology with adventure for unforgettable VR ride

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

The main problem SavannaScape: Explore Namibia aims to fix is the limited accessibility and engagement with Namibia’s natural and cultural heritage. Many people cannot physically travel to Namibia due to distance, cost, or physical limitations, missing out on its unique landscapes, wildlife, and cultural events. Additionally, there is a lack of interactive and engaging educational tools to teach students about Namibia's geography, biodiversity, and culture. The tourism industry also needs innovative ways to attract visitors and showcase the country’s attractions, especially in a post-pandemic world. Furthermore, individuals seeking mental health benefits from nature immersion often lack access to such environments. SavannaScape addresses these issues by providing an immersive and accessible VR platform for exploring and learning about Namibia, promoting tourism, enhancing education, and offering therapeutic experiences.

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

Accessibility: Provides a way for people worldwide to experience Namibia’s stunning landscapes, wildlife, and cultural events from the comfort of their homes. This overcomes geographical, financial, and physical barriers, making Namibia's beauty accessible to everyone. Educational Enhancement: Serves as an interactive educational tool that brings Namibian geography, biodiversity, and culture to life in classrooms. It engages students with immersive 360-degree videos and augmented reality, making learning fun and effective. Tourism Promotion and Economic Boost: Offers a new avenue for promoting Namibia's tourism industry. By attracting virtual tourists, it can inspire real-world visits, boosting local tourism and economy. It also supports mental health through therapeutic virtual nature experiences, providing stress relief and relaxation.

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

Global Tourists and Travel Enthusiasts: Individuals who are interested in exploring Namibia’s landscapes, wildlife, and culture but are unable to visit in person due to financial, logistical, or physical constraints. Educational Institutions and Students: Schools, colleges, and universities worldwide looking for interactive and engaging tools to teach geography, biology, and cultural studies. Students benefit from immersive learning experiences that enhance understanding and retention. Mental Health and Wellness Seekers: Individuals seeking mental health benefits from nature immersion. It provides therapeutic VR experiences that offer stress relief and relaxation. Tourism Industry and Promoters: Namibian tourism boards, travel agencies, and local businesses aiming to attract more visitors. Virtual experiences can inspire real-world visits, boosting the tourism sector and local economy. Cultural Enthusiasts and Researchers: People interested in learning about and preservin

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2023-12-01

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

1

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

0

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

Currently we do not make a profit as this is an idea in the making and all members are on the team as voluntary bases

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?

i) Communication services (telecommunications, media, interactive services)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

4

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

2

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

Individuals seeking mental health benefits from nature immersion. SavannaScape provides therapeutic VR experiences that offer stress relief and relaxation. These virtual experiences are meticulously designed to transport users to serene landscapes, where they can engage with the calming sights and sounds of the natural world without leaving the comfort of their homes. Moreover, the platform includes guided meditations and mindfulness exercises tailored to enhance the therapeutic impact of these virtual escapes. Users can choose from a variety of settings, each crafted to evoke a sense of peace and connection with nature. By making the benefits of nature more accessible to everyone, SavannaScape is on the forefront of innovative mental health solutions, offering a digital haven where users can find solace and tranquility amidst the chaos of daily life.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

6

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

4

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

4

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

3

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

2

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

3

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

3

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

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

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

4

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

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.

5

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.

5

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

6

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

7 - Strongly Agree

05.08 Justification

SavannaScape stands out as a pioneering project in the VR industry, combining exclusive content, interactive education, therapeutic benefits, cultural authenticity, and sustainable tourism promotion into a single innovative platform in Namibia. It redefines how users explore and engage with Namibia's natural and cultural treasures, offering immersive experiences that educate, inspire, and foster global appreciation for the country's beauty and heritage.

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

Currently there are no operators to our knowledge that offer what SavannaScapes does in its entirety.

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

Yes. I normally host small "girl talks" on being within the atmosphere of being an entrepreneur and an innovative one for that matter, and how we can penetrate that as heads. Most of the entrepreneurs who owners are are seen as men and women to be in the clerical or admin part of it.