Tanzania - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

e-Dawa connects patients with trusted pharmacies for convenient medication access. It will offers location-based ordering and professional consultation.Healthcare providers can refer clients for specific medicines not available nearby. W'll reward provide

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

e-Dawa will make it easier for everyone to get the medicine they need by connecting patients and healthcare providers with a network of trusted pharmacies. Our digital platform lets patients find and order medications conveniently, using simple location-based searches. Whether it's a prescription refill over-the-counter or medicinal cosmetics product, e-Dawa will ensures quick access to essential healthcare supplies with professional consultation on rational use of purchased medical products. But it's not just about patients. Healthcare providers in hospitals, clinics, and other places can rely on e-Dawa too. If a provider needs a specific medicine that isn't available nearby, they can refer their clients to us. We will work with partner pharmacies to source and deliver the needed items. As a way to thank healthcare providers for supporting us, they will be rewarded with tokens based on the referrals and purchases made through e-Dawa platform.

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

e-Dawa aims to solve the challenge of accessing medications conveniently example sometimes sometimes health facilities are running of stock of some important medicine so through us it will ensure patients receive needed drugs and not available drugs according to his/her therapy, while also addressing the need for professional follow-up on medication therapy and patient recording, this also facilitates patients medication history hence preventing duplicate therapy to the same patient. By connecting patients, healthcare providers, and pharmacies on a digital platform, e-Dawa facilitates easy ordering of medications and ensures professional consultation on the rational use of products. This integrated approach promotes effective follow-up on medication therapy and enables accurate recording of patient medication usage, enhancing overall healthcare management and outcomes.

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

Our E-Dawa project offers several major benefits: 1. Increased Accessibility to Healthcare: By providing an online platform for medical consultations and prescription services, E-Dawa ensures that individuals in remote or underserved areas can access quality healthcare without the need to travel long distances. 2. Convenience and Time-Saving: Users can easily order medications and receive professional medical advice from the comfort of their homes, eliminating the need for waiting in long queues at physical pharmacies or clinics. 3. Enhanced Health Education and Support: E-Dawa will offer comprehensive health education resources and personalized support, empowering users to make informed decisions about their health and well-being.

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

Our E-Dawa project targets a diverse range of customers, focusing primarily on patients requiring long-term medication. The beneficiaries include chronic illness patients, elderly individuals, rural and underserved communities, busy professionals, and caregivers. By providing convenient online medical services and home delivery of medications, E-Dawa aims to enhance healthcare accessibility and support for those who need it most.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2023-08-17

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

5

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.)

Camilius Simon, Executive Director at Natalia Foundation with 5 years of experience. Beatrice, former Tanzania Pharmaceutical Organization exchange officer. Frank Luaga, intern pharmacist with leadership experience at St. John's University. Mariam Omary, intern pharmacist at Morogoro Referral Hospital. The team comprises individuals from three different universities, of which each will contributing unique expertise to the project.

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

4

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

N/A

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

3

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

N/A

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

this platform focuses on providing well-informed explanations on the rational use of medications through medical consultations and medication therapy follow-up. This approach aims to promote healthy lives and well-being by ensuring safe and effective medication practices for all individuals accessing our platform and receiving information through our social media channels and website.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

5

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

my project aim to sensitize education about rational use of medicines to the public by individualizing customer needs depending on kind of medicine he/she is using for the time being

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

My project strongly contributes to the Gender equality goal as it includes two women among the five team members, exemplifying a commitment to fostering diversity and equal representation in the project.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

N/A

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

3

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

N/A

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

6

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

Our startup will be committed to fostering an environment of decent work, ensuring that every employee experiences meaningful employment characterized by productivity, fair compensation, and security. We believe in providing not just jobs, but opportunities for personal development and social integration. Through various initiatives, We will guarantee fair income for our employees, offering salaries that reflect their contributions and the value they bring to our organization.

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

this is innovation idea in health industry focusing on improving patient income with the provided medicine for therapy of their health condition

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

5

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

my project focuses to reduce inequalities for provided health information among community for low income and high income class to get same information about rational use of medicines.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

2

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

N/A

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

4

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

N/A

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

N/A

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

N/A

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

3

02.16.02 Peace justice and strong institutions - Justification

N/A

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

my idea agree with partnership for the goal as there are number strong pharmaceutical companies available which we may partner with to improve medicine accessibility through our startup

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

5

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

4

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.

5

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

5

05.08 Justification

We recognize the presence of other digital pharmacies in Tanzania, such as MYDAWA, Dawa Mkononi, Pharmlinks, Medico Pharmacy, and GoodLife Pharmacy. However, E-Dawa will differentiate itself by adopting a unique approach that focuses on personalized customer service, comprehensive health education, and innovative technology integration to enhance user experience and accessibility. This will set us apart and ensure we provide unparalleled value to our community.

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

competitors available in this ecosystem MYDAWA Dawa Mkononi Pharmlinks Medico Pharmacy GoodLife Pharmacy These digital pharmacies provide online ordering and delivery of medications and health products, similar to what E-Dawa aims to offer.

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

No, I'm not actively initiating actions within my community to promote the role of female entrepreneurs. My primary function is to provide information and assistance based on the questions and topics presented to me. However, I'm always here to offer support and guidance on a wide range of subjects, including entrepreneurship, regardless of gender. If you have any specific questions or need advice on promoting female entrepreneurship, feel free to ask!