Nigeria - Business creation project

Describe your project or startup in a few words

The future of buying and selling in Africa: CHEEBY e-marketplace! This app is a location-sensitive platform that connects buyers and sellers. It aims to simplify trade in the society and create opportunities for individuals and businesses to thrive.

01.01 Describe your project in more detail

The CHEEBY e-marketplace project is an innovative solution designed to optimize community trading by establishing a centralized platform that connects buyers and sellers. By doing so, it empowers sellers, particularly local entrepreneurs, with the tools necessary to reach a broader market and sell directly to consumers. The platform enables the sale of not only physical goods but also digital goods and various professional services. Sellers are provided with the opportunity to create portfolios to showcase their offerings, enabling users in need of these services to connect directly with the sellers. The CHEEBY e-marketplace project is rooted in the belief that every individual possesses something to sell and something to buy, and is committed to providing an online space to facilitate these transactions. It offers premium payment plans to enhance the visibility of products and services offered by certified marketers. We are dedicated to ensuring a profound initiative.

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

The CHEEBY e-marketplace project has been in development for some time. During 2017 and 2018, I owned a poultry farm and through that experience, I came to understand the challenges faced by people in the marketplace. I sold my poultry business, but decided to focus on the problems I observed in the selling process before launching a new business. I came to realize that the problem is in the selling process. Many people are hesitant to start a business or pursue trade opportunities due to the challenges involved in selling. It is not just a matter of having a good product, but of being able to make the product visible and accessible to people who actually need and can afford it. This is where the CHEEBY e-marketplace comes in. The goal is to bridge this gap. We hope that the social media community will use it, which would give us a large and capable user base, so that we can make life easier for people.

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

CHEEBY e-marketplace platform offers multiple benefits that make it preferable to our competitors, including: * An existing base of users who are eager to review and purchase your products. * The flexibility to bypass third-party systems, if you prefer, which is exceptionally advantageous for small-scale traders and individuals residing in rural areas. * The opportunity to engage in sales as a means of generating additional income, as you maintain control over the associated processes. * The ability to sell or render services within your location without requiring certification as a marketer or a premium subscription. This is contingent on maintaining active and relevant engagement on the platform and presenting a positive profile. * The sale of digital products such as e-books and online courses. This facilitates educational endeavours and empowers non-essential sellers to offer their expertise to the public.

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

CHEEBY e-Marketplace aims to be a comprehensive platform that caters to a wide range of individuals, including: 1. Aspiring entrepreneurs and traders who lack access to a prominent marketplace. 2. Individuals who seek the convenience of shopping from their homes. 3. Professionals and technical individuals who wish to offer their services to the public at a reasonable cost. 4. Semiskilled and unskilled individuals who rely on general labor services for their livelihood. 5. Rural dwellers, farmers, and small-scale traders who can benefit from our facilitation of selling opportunities, with the potential for increased earnings.

01.05 When did you start working on your project?

2023-08-01

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.)

Onwuemene Ikechukwu Joshua is a skilled Technical Writer good at translating complex technical concepts into simplified easy-to-digest content that resonates with developers and non-technical audiences for seamless user experience. He is also skilled at creating well-articulated articles, white papers, tutorials and documentation. And also a self-taught front-end developer that loves solving problems through programming👩🏼‍💻🚀

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

www.linkedin.com/in/elijah-osemuahu-a690121a7 and https://x.com/ogbeifun4christ

01.10 Which industry best describes your project?

h) IT (digital services, equipment and software)

02.01.01 My project contributes to the No poverty goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.01.02 No poverty - Justification

The project is designed to empower the unskilled and semi-skilled individuals who are the most susceptible to poverty. It provides an avenue for such individuals to begin earning a living through the provision of small services or even engaging in work that they are passionate about. The project therefore has the potential to eradicate poverty by creating opportunities for these individuals to earn a living.

02.02.01 My project contributes to the Zero hunger goal

6

02.02.02 Zero hunger - Justification

My goal for zero hunger is to help people eat wholesome meals without breaking the bank. I plan to create a food market that can connect people with affordable and nutritious options. I have also thought about how to make a zero hunger policy more viable and inclusive by making it as transparent and accessible as possible. With the right resources and a proper infrastructure, anyone can do the work of feeding themselves, their families, and their communities.

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

5

02.03.02 Good health and well-being - Justification

The ability to access the services of professional healthcare through a digital platform indicates that high-quality health and well-being services are accessible and very affordable. In fact, the affordability is such that anyone with an internet connection can access the services. This is the kind of service that many people need, especially in an era where medical care can be so expensive. Additionally, this would give people who are normally unable to access healthcare services the opportunity to receive the care they need.

02.04.01 My project contributes to the Quality education goal

6

02.04.02 Quality education - Justification

This tend to bring an end to poor teaching and coaching programs, being able to access a pool of over qualified tutors through their digital products and services goes a long way in improving the providing quality education

02.05.01 My project contributes to the Gender equality goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.05.02 Gender equality - Justification

The CHEEBY e-Marketplace platform can significantly benefit women and girls. The platform allows for flexible work from any location, making it easier for them to balance their professional and personal responsibilities. The platform also provides an opportunity for women and girls to increase their income, which can lead to financial independence and improved overall well-being.

02.06.01 My project contributes to the Clean water and sanitation goal

5

02.06.02 Clean water and sanitation - Justification

The goal of this initiative is to mitigate roadside marketing activities and waste. This platform will be used to provide public education and to invite the participation of all in cleanup activities. There is much work to be done, but we are confident that collaborating on this effort will make a significant difference.

02.07.01 My project contributes to the Affordable and clean energy goal

5

02.07.02 Affordable and clean energy - Justification

Agencies that advocate clean energy stand the chance to be obviously publicised and promotes society efficiency and sustainability

02.08.01 My project contributes to the Decent work and economic growth

02.08.02 Decent work and economic growth - Justification

When everyone has the potential to have a decent career or business it will prompt and inspire action, so as to make room for expertise. Businesses will see the need and possiblities to expand and become more profitable. and this have potentials to increase the GDP of the entrepreneurship and business arm of the country which lead to economic growth;

02.09.01 My project contributes to the Industry innovation and infrastructure

7 - Strongly Agree

02.09.02 Industry innovation and infrastructure - Justification

CHEEBY e-Marketplace is a project that advances the causes of progress and sustainability. As such, it represents a forward-thinking approach to business that will undoubtedly change your perspective on the sector. It aims to create an innovative marketplace that connects buyers and sellers in a manner that is mutually beneficial and convenient. This marketplace will allow customers to directly interact with manufacturers and express their needs and desires in a clear and concise manner. It will also provide a platform for professionals from various industries to promote their work, showcase their expertise, and gain recognition for their efforts. I am passionate about this project because it is an innovative idea that has the potential to help people and businesses alike.

02.10.01 My project contributes to the Reduced inequalities goal

5

02.10.02 Reduced inequalities - Justification

This project will formally introduce and market this system in other underdeveloped African nations. It is a valuable project that will usher Africa into the modern world, as it will provide us with some of the benefits of technology that are already enjoyed by first and second world countries.

02.11.01 My project contributes to the Sustainable cities and communities goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.11.02 Sustainable cities and communities - Justification

If every member of society has access to opportunities and can find their purpose in life, people will be more inclined to work together. This would lead to more collaborations, agencies, and communal deliberations, which would be beneficial to society. In addition, such a society would foster a sense of peace and harmony.

02.12.01 My project contributes to the Responsible consumption and production goal

7 - Strongly Agree

02.12.02 Responsible consumption and production - Justification

Manufacturer or producer will certainly gain more by joining the CHEEBY e-Marketplace. We are a platform that connects producers directly with consumers. This means that you will be able to display your products directly to the people most interested in them. We are working to make sure that everyone has access to high-quality, affordable products, and also ensuring little or no monopoly in certain industries.

02.13.01 My project contributes to the Climate action goal

5

02.13.02 Climate action - Justification

Climate change is a pressing issue that we must address. Campaigns can raise awareness, educate the public, and influence businesses and governments to take meaningful action. Every effort, however small, contributes to the cause, hence advertisement made it that order would be efficient.

02.14.01 My project contributes to the Life below water goal

4

02.14.02 Life below water - Justification

02.15.01 My project contributes to the Life on land goal

4

02.15.02 Life on land - Justification

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 CheeBy e-Marketplace is a platform that assists people in resolving conflicts and disagreements by conveniently connecting them with various professionals in public administration, finance, and the judiciary. By easing access to professionals, it will strengthen institutions and organizations, thereby fostering peace, justice, and growth.

02.17.01 My project contributes to the Partnerships for the goal

5

02.17.02 Partnerships for the goal - Justification

This Project is another milestone in making Nigeria, and Africa as a whole, a global village. It is spotting expertise from various fields in different countries and ethnicities. We build past our differences for the common good of the common person. By being connected business-wise comes with a lot of positive energy that can yield sustainable development.

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

2

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.

5

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

3

05.05 The product/service we envision creating could be described as an extension of a range of products or services.

2

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

7 - Strongly Agree

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

1 - Strongly Disagree

05.08 Justification

The product we envision creating represents is not an entirely new type of product/service, but has not being made accessible to the common man at a comprehensible level as we plan to do. We will not say it is a new technology, but what we can say is that it is coming in a new form, and to a set of new (general) users. The product we envision creating critically responds to a demand or need that has not been satisfied by other products/services, because since the popularity of social media, there have being a drive to enable it to promote sales too, of which it have not done justice to as regards the common man.

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

Jumia; Jumia promotes online sale in Nigeria, but basically acts a third party. We stand out because we allow the users in a general context to be able to personalize the platform experience and initiate sales on a person level, thus encouraging intra city trade. Facebook marketing: Facebook is not essentially met for selling and marketing, though it does minimally it doesn't pose a threat, and to a large extent, it can be related and limited by friendship limitations. Whatsapp business; this is strictly based an individuals limited contact base, without the potentials of high demand beyond reach.

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

By supporting and encouraging them to all out in their craft and business, but on a personal level.