Ghana - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

End Commute Struggles: Accra-Nsawam Transit Relief. The goal is to alleviate transportation issues of residents of Nsawam, Medie, Dobro, Kotoku, Samsam, Satellite, Kuntunse, Macedonia, Sarpieman, Amasaman and Pokuase residents who works out of town (Accra

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

Amasaman-Nsawam Workers: A Toyota Coaster Initiative Residents of Amasaman, Pokuase, John Teye, Medie, Kotoku, Dobro, Sarpieman, Kuntunse, Macedonia, Samsam, and Nsawam who work outside their communities face daily transportation challenges. Long commutes and unreliable options hinder their productivity and well-being. This project aims to address this critical need by securing a Toyota Coaster bus to provide a comfortable, dependable, and affordable transportation solution for these workers. The Coaster's larger capacity will allow for efficient commutes, reducing travel time and congestion on the Amasaman-Nsawam corridor. This initiative goes beyond simply easing commutes. It seeks to improve the overall quality of life for these residents by enabling them to reach their workplaces on time, reducing stress, and fostering a sense of community through shared transportation. I am actively seeking support to make this project a reality.

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

Residents of Amasaman, Pokuase, John Teye, Medie, Kotoku, Dobro, Sarpieman, Kuntunse, Macedonia, Samsam, and Nsawam who work outside their communities face unreliable and time-consuming transportation options. This creates a daily struggle for workers, causing them to spend excessive time commuting and potentially impacting their productivity and well-being. This project aims to address this challenge by securing a dependable Toyota Coaster bus specifically designed to serve these communities. The larger capacity of the Coaster bus will allow for more passengers and potentially reduce the number of trips needed, creating a more efficient transportation system.

01.03 Tell us the major benefits and/or advantages of using the product/service that your startup provides (at least 3).

Reduced Commute Times & Increased Efficiency: The larger capacity of the Toyota Coaster bus allows for transporting more passengers compared to smaller vehicles. This can potentially reduce the number of trips needed, leading to shorter commutes for workers. Less time spent in traffic translates to more time for work, family, or leisure activities, boosting overall productivity and well-being. Cost-Effective Solution & Community Building: By sharing a larger bus, the project has the potential to offer a more cost-effective transportation option for workers compared to individual fares on smaller vehicles. This financial benefit can ease the burden on residents and potentially encourage carpooling habits, reducing traffic congestion on the Amasaman-Nsawam corridor. The shared experience of commuting together can foster a sense of community among workers in these areas. Reliable and Comfortable Transportation.

01.04 Please describe who exactly your startup’s product/service is aimed at serving. Who are the targeted beneficiaries?

This project's targeted beneficiaries are workers residing in Amasaman, Pokuase, John Teye, Medie, Kotoku, Dobro, Sarpieman, Kuntunse, Macedonia, Samsam, and Nsawam who commute to workplaces outside their communities.

01.05 When was your company established?

2024-01-01

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

No

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

0

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

0

01.09 Please describe the profile of the other owners within your startup (skills, experience, etc.)

Only commercial drivers and taxis

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

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

c) Industry (equipment, commercial, logistical and professional services, transport)

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

The more residents waste time standing by roadside looking for cars to work and their business places, the more we loose productivity for the day. Losing productivity leads to poverty.

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

Residents gets to work and their business places on time, and works to make a living. This places food on their table and that of their dependents. So my startup will count for the zero hunger of the UN sdg.

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

7 - Strongly Agree

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification for my startup

My project to provide a Toyota Coaster bus service for Amasaman-Nsawam workers can contribute to the good health and well-being of people in several ways: Reduced Stress and Improved Mental Health: Unreliable and lengthy commutes can be a significant source of stress. By offering a dependable and potentially faster transportation option, your project can help reduce commuting stress for workers. This can lead to improved mental well-being and a more positive outlook. Increased Physical Activity and Reduced Risk of Chronic Disease: Spending excessive time sitting in traffic can contribute to a sedentary lifestyle and increase the risk of chronic diseases. A shorter commute thanks to the Coaster bus may give people more time for physical activity, like walking or cycling for short errands or exercise. Reduced Fatigue and Increased Productivity: Long commutes can lead to fatigue and hinder workers' ability to perform their jobs effectively.

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

02.06.01 My startup contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification for my startup

02.07.01 My startup contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification for my startup

02.08.01 My startup contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

7 - Strongly Agree

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification for my startup

02.09.01 My startup contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification for my startup

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

02.11.01 My startup contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification for my startup

02.12.01 My startup contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification for my startup

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

1 - Strongly Disagree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

02.15.01 My startup contributes to the Life on land goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification for my startup

02.16.01 My startup contributes to the Peace Justice and Strong Institutions goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.16.02 Peace Justice and Strong Institutions- Justification for my startup

02.17.01 My startup contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification for my startup

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

7 - Strongly Agree

06.02 The product/service represents an entirely new type of product/service.

1 - Strongly Disagree

06.03 The product/service could be described as a new technology.

1 - Strongly Disagree

06.04 The product/service is an improvement on an existing product or service.

1 - Strongly Disagree

06.05 The product/service could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

1 - Strongly Disagree

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

7 - Strongly Agree

06.07 The product/service is a new version of an old product/service.

1 - Strongly Disagree

06.08 Justification for my startup

06.09 Competitive Analysis

Commercial drivers. I will be using a coaster bus which can take more commuters and my pricing will be competitive to the commuters than the commercial drivers.

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