Tanzania - Startup under 3 years old

Describe your project or startup in a few words

This is locally owned safari and tours company established with the mission of; educating people about environmental conservation through locally and internationally organized trips, involving school pupils in conservation through educational trips.

01.01 Describe your startup in more detail

Our company will be involved in; Providing eco friendly safari experience to both international tourists and local tourists to ensure we preserve the nature for future generations. Engage in responsible tourism by educating students about the benefits of preserving the nature as they are the future of the country. Assisting in identifying the rare species and preserve the endangered one by engaging local and international communities to put together the efforts. Creating more affordable safari packages for everyone to be able to experience the beuty of the nature. Educating people how to ensure equal sharing of the natural resources between us humans and other species.

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

We aim at solving: Environmental pollution problems like air pollution, water pollution Loss of habitat for endangered species Destruction of natural environment

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

1. Environmental conservation 2. To protect the endangered species 3. Free environmental education

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

Students - our project will serve students from all educational levels (primary, secondary, colleges and universities) by designing affordable safari packages for them to apply knowledge in real world. Local communities - they will benefit from other small projects that will be established as part of giving back to community (charity projects) as well as affordable safaris for them to enjoy the beauty of their country.

01.05 When was your company established?

2022-01-17

01.06 Are you already selling your product/service?

Yes

01.07 How many other owners are there within your startup?

3

01.08 Among the other owners, how many are female?

1

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

1. Joram Mkilindi - he is professional driver with mechanic skills, he speaks French as he works as a guide for French speaking tourist 2. Veronica Lyimo - she is professional secretary to a company with computer skills and tour operation skills. 3. Simon Mollel - he is our professional safari guide and driver with mechanic skills, he speaks English and French to serve both English and French speaking tourists.

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

https://raptorsafariandtours.co.tz/ https://web.facebook.com/raptorsafaritz/?_rdc=1&_rdr

01.11 Which industry best describes your project?

Other: Tourism and hospitality

02.01.01 My startup contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification for my startup

Our company contribute to this goal by; Creating direct employment to drivers, tour guides, chefs as well as other skilled individuals Creating indirect employments to other skilled personnel by engaging in short term contacts with other individuals

02.02.01 My startup contributes to the Zero hunger goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification for my startup

We contribute to this goal by; Paying fair salary and wages to our employees so they can afford food prices Supporting poor families through our charity projects Supporting agricultural projects (projecting to engage ourselves in sustainable agriculture) to ensure availability of agricultural equipment

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

We contribute to this goal by; Paying health insurance to our employees and immediate family members Supporting health related projects

02.04.01 My startup contributes to the Quality education goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification for my startup

We contribute to this goal by; Educating school children about environmental conservation Supporting national education goals by creating affordable school trips for children to practice what they have learnt in school.

02.05.01 My startup contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification for my startup

We contribute to this goal by; Having friendly employment policies to ensure gender equality Creating more opportunities to both genders

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

We contribute to this goal by; Educating the local communities about conservation of water sources Encouraging our clients not to pollute water sources while on safari Sensitizing the whole community about the risks of polluting water sources

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

While we are not directly involved in energy production, our commitment this goal includes; The efforts to reduce environmental impact by ensuring we use renewable energy sources in our operations

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

We contribute to this goal by; Ensuring fair working environment for all employees and freelancers involved with us Paying fair wages and salaries Delegating duties fairly

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

We contribute to this goal by; Support and donating to respective agencies and individuals who can make the difference Implementing sustainable practices in our daily operations and ensure our infrastructures are well protected Collaborating with young innovators to support their efforts

02.10.01 My startup contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification for my startup

we can contribute to this goal by; Employing staffs based on knowledge and skills and not based on gender, sex, race, creed, physical abilities etc. Ensuring availability of equipment that make everyone work effectively regardless of their physical abilities

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

We contribute to this goal by; Encouraging shopping locally, eat locally and drink locally so we can benefit local communities and cities Keeping our city clean and ensure we preserve our culture Keep people employed

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

We can contribute to this goal by; Carrying and use reusable materials in our daily operations Encourage usage of recyclable materials

02.13.01 My startup contributes to the Climate action goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification for my startup

Use clean energy and renewable energy sources Manage our waste production Keep carbon emission low Encourage environmental conservation and avoid polluting our natural environment

02.14.01 My startup contributes to the Life below water goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification for my startup

Managing waste production by cutting down what we throw away To support local community's charitable organizations to educate local communities Encourage communities to create watershed and protect local habitats as well as wildlife

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

Educate our clients not to litter our parks Protecting local ecosystems by creating sensitizing campaigns among tourist and local communities Encourage our local communities to ensure quality of soil by avoiding excessive use of chemicals

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

Ensure peaceful working environment among our staffs Ensure fairness and justice in our daily operations Encouraging cohesiveness and team work among our staffs

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

Engaging with local and international NGOs and support their movements Involving local communities in projects that touch the society Shopping from local markets and individuals to support their business grow

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.

7 - Strongly Agree

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

4

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

7 - Strongly Agree

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

7 - Strongly Agree

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.

7 - Strongly Agree

06.08 Justification for my startup

We believe that we are not the only one in this business and the kind of service we offer to people so we try as much as possible to create, improve and redesign affordable packages to accommodate everyone needs. Also, we envision on creating more new services to satisfy and accommodate all needs that didn't meet the needs of the people.

06.09 Competitive Analysis

My main competitors are my fellow local operators as well as international one; am planning to win by; Designing unique and affordable packages Creating more services offered by us Ensuring proper delivery of extraordinary customer services to our clients Finding new markets and creating new selling points Providing memorable safari experience Attending to all our customer needs, and Keeping ourselves updated about all new strategies of reaching new markets and people By doing these, we believe it will make us highly recommended by everyone who get services from us.

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