Tanzania - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

My project will be engaging local community on conservation of forest through beekeeping while combating climate change consequences.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

This project will involve engaging the local community who are living close to forest reserve (Youth and Women) in forest conservation through beekeeping hence, It not only supports the ecosystem by enhancing pollination and promoting biodiversity but also provides sustainable livelihoods, contributing to combating climate change and fostering environmental stewardship. Below are some steps and strategies to implement this project; - Community Engagement and Education: by organizing workshops and training to educate the community about the benefits of beekeeping and forest conservation towards climate change mitigation. - Identify suitable locations for beehives within or near forested areas. - Promote sustainable land use practices that protect and restore forest ecosystems. - Assist the community in finding markets for their products. This can include local markets, online sales, and partnerships with businesses interested in sustainable products. - monitoring the progress.

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

My project is intended to solve climate change consequences through beekeeping which will involves leveraging the environmental and economic benefits for promoting sustainable practices, enhance biodiversity, and foster community engagement in conservation efforts. Furthermore, this beekeeping project can contribute significantly to climate change mitigation by enhancing biodiversity, promoting sustainable agriculture, supporting reforestation, building community resilience, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and raising awareness. By integrating all these elements, we will create a holistic approach that not only benefits the environment but also empowers the local community to take part in climate action.

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

The beekeeping project will offer a significant environmental (Bees are crucial pollinators for many plants, including agricultural crops also through the integration of beekeeping with reforestation efforts will help sequencing carbon hence, mitigating the effects of climate change), economic (demands for organic and locally-sourced honey and bee products is increased, hence offer alternative source of income to the community and creating job opportunities among the members of community), and social (involving the community in beekeeping and conservation efforts, the project fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility towards local natural resources) benefits. By enhancing pollination, supporting carbon sequestration, providing alternative income sources, creating jobs, fostering community engagement, and improving health and nutrition. These multifaceted benefits make the beekeeping initiative a valuable tool for promoting environmental conservation and community resilience.

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

The beekeeping project aims to serve a wide range of beneficiaries, including small-scale farmers, agricultural workers, rural communities, women, youth, environmental stewards, local consumers/customers, local governments, educational institutions (platform for student to come doing their projects) companies (beverage) and bakery and in the future I will compete at international markets. By addressing the specific needs of these groups and providing economic, social, and environmental benefits, the project fosters sustainable development and community resilience, I hope they will be willing to pay for the services products.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2024-02-05

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

3

01.07 Among the other partners, how many are female?

1

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

PARTNER 1 Skills -Holder of bachelor of public relation and communication -Post graduate diploma in wildlife management -Administrative skills - Mentorship Experience - He has a total of 20 years in work. PARTNER 2 Skills - Holds Bachelor's degree in Digital and marketing - Promotion and Branding - Marketing skills Experience -He has 2 years of working experience PARTNER 3 Skills - Holds bachelor's degree in Rural Development - Feasibility study - Management - Development initiatives EXPERIENCE - She has 2 years of working experience

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

https://www.linkedin.com/in/amoni-charles-721801153

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

l) Agriculture

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

5

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

By engaging community in this business, it will help to reduce unemployment and supports local economies through job creation.

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

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

- Honey is a natural and nutritious food product. Increased local production can improve access to this healthy food source, enhancing the community's diet and well-being.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

- Educational institutions can use the project as a practical learning tool to teach students about sustainable practices, ecology, and entrepreneurship. Moreover, Universities and research institutions can become partners for this project to study the impacts of beekeeping on local ecosystems and economies.

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

6

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

- This project involves youth women in conservation aspect for climate change mitigation, hence it promotes gender equality

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

5

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

Through afforestation and reforestation it will help to conserve water sources, hence ensure availability of water throughout the year!

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

no

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

-It creates jobs in beekeeping, training, equipment manufacturing, honey processing, and marketing. This helps in reducing unemployment and supports local economies.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

In the future we will need factories for making our own facilities for beekeeping and probably selling them to other beekeepers.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

- It intending to provide economic freedom to women among the communities.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

By engaging community in beekeeping and conservation efforts, the project fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility towards forest conservation. This can lead to more sustainable land-use practices and greater community resilience to environmental changes.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

4

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

Not sure

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

- By engaging the community in tree planting activities, linking them to the benefits of beekeeping and creating a sense of ownership and responsibility for local forests conservation. - Also, integrate beekeeping with agroforestry practices. Planting trees and shrubs alongside crops can sequester carbon, reduce soil erosion, and provide additional income.

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

no

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

- Bees are crucial pollinators for many plants, including agricultural crops. Improved pollination leads to better crop yields and quality, benefiting both natural ecosystems and agricultural productivity. - By encouraging the planting of diverse, native, bee-friendly plants and trees, the project promotes biodiversity. This leads to healthier, more resilient ecosystems that can better withstand environmental changes and free from stress. - Furthermore, it helps to sequence carbon (mitigating the effects of climate change). This because trees tend to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, storing it as biomass and helping to reduce the overall concentration of greenhouse gases.

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

5

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

- The project helps local governments achieve their environmental and sustainability goals, including reforestation, biodiversity conservation, and climate change mitigation.

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

4

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

Am not sure

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.

5

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

1 - Strongly Disagree

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

5

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.

5

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

6

05.08 Justification

Am integrating beekeeping project as an initiative to foster forest conservation while ensuring food security and empowering the livelihood for communities. Moreover, am engaging local communities on taking action against climate change!. Truly, this is the innovative approach.

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

My main potential competitors are those who already engaged in beekeeping business and acquired more skills/experience through the challenges they met. But I will stand out from them by using this project to solve the puzzle in the world (climate change).

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

Yes! through this project Intend to promote women for their economic freedom in the society.