Zambia - Startup under 3 years old

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Shere Space is, A Web Platform Powering Collaborative Sharing, Where Individuals & Communities are empowered to Unlock the Value of Their Idle Resources . & upskill for the future with AR training people for jobs displaced by automation.

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

Imagine a world where: Hidden resources in your garage become tools for someone's next passion project & provides you with extra income.
 Untapped skills you possess empower a community facing critical challenges.
 Simple sharing replaces wasteful consumption, building a more sustainable future.
 This is the world Shere Space unlocks, a world of shared abundance. We're building a platform that connects individuals and communities to share underutilized resources, skills, Time and knowledge. By tackling: Resource scarcity & inequality: Empowering access to tools, expertise, and even spare car rides.
 Inefficient resource utilization: Turning "unused" into opportunity through sharing. Limited opportunities & social isolation: Fostering collaboration, belonging, and individual potential. Mission: Empowering individuals and communities to share their underutilized resources, skills, and knowledge, creating a seamless network of shared resources & experiences.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

Trillions of dollars worth of resources, electronics, equipment, tools, even skills and knowledge, gather dust, underutilized and forgotten. We're stuck in a scarcity mindset, with traditional economic models fueling inequality, environmental degradation, and wasteful consumption. We're not thinking big enough! 1.Wasted Resources: Time spent searching for resources, unnecessary expenditures on new items, and the frustration of a fragmented and unsafe ecosystem. 2. A Lack of Vision: Existing platforms haven't tapped the full potential of sharing to foster unique experiences, sustainability, and individual well-being. Limited innovation in resource optimization and personalized recommendations leaves much unrealized. 3. Disconnected Communities: Lacking a platform for hyperlocal connections, individuals cannot share resources or build resilient communities. Trust concerns linger, hindering full participation in the sharing economy.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

1.Unlock Hidden Value & Save Money: Stop resources from sitting idle! Earn income by lending out underutilized tools, equipment, or space, or borrow what you need at a fraction of the cost. ShereSpace facilitates a win-win for everyone. 2. Empowerment Through Sharing: Be part of a collaborative community. ShereSpace fosters economic opportunity and resource efficiency, promoting a more sustainable future for your community. 3. Future-Proof Your Skills: Don't let automation leave you behind. ShereSpace ARcademy equips you with cutting-edge AR training for the jobs of tomorrow, preparing you for the changing job market. To sum up, the key benefits of ShereSpace: 1. Financial Gain: Earn and save money through resource sharing. 2. Community & Sustainability: Promote a collaborative and eco-friendly approach. 3. Future-Oriented Training: Upskill for the evolving job market with AR technology.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

1. Individuals & Communities Seeking Resource Efficiency and Economic Opportunity * Why They Benefit: ShereSpace empowers individuals and communities by: * Unlocking Hidden Value: * Cost-Effective Resource Access * Building a Collaborative Economy 2. Individuals Facing Job Displacement Due to Automation * Why They Benefit: ShereSpace ARcademy prepares individuals for the future of work by: * Upskilling for New Opportunities * Adapting to a Changing Job Market * Building Future-Proof Skills

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

06/10/2023

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Non

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

1

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Ngosa Mumba, Co-Founder & CEO: • Tech leader driving Shere Space with expertise in systems engineering, emerging tech & globalization, and International Business & Trade. • Proven innovator with a passion for solving problems and empowering communities. • Certified Apple Support Professional with a track record of successful project management.

01.10 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://sherespace.africa

01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Autre : Market Place - ShereSpace vertical breaks boundaries, defying simple categorization. Imagine a blend of the sharing economy, collaborative consumption, circular economy, community development, and sustainability, all rooted in community-driven resource sharing. This unique mix empowers individuals, fosters connections, and paves the way for a future where everyone thrives through mindful consumption and shared abundance..

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

ShereSpace: Sharing to End Poverty (#SDG1) Empowers individuals: Earn by sharing underutilized resources. Borrow at a fraction of the cost. Creates income & saves money. Sustainable Communities: Utilizes existing resources, minimizing waste. Strengthens local economies & fosters collaboration. Future-proofs Skills: AR training equips users for the sharing economy, combating job displacement due to automation. ️ Invests in a poverty-free future.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

5

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We empower individuals to earn by sharing tools, equipment, and even space. Borrowers access these resources at a fraction of the cost, saving money and minimizing waste. This creates a ripple effect – stronger local economies, empowered communities, and a more sustainable future. But we go beyond financial gain. Through ShereSpace ARcademy, we equip individuals with cutting-edge AR training for the sharing economy, future-proofing their skills in a changing job market. Here's where ShereSpace gets truly impactful. Our platform can indirectly contribute to Zero Hunger. The additional income generated allows users to purchase food, while the sharing model itself facilitates the exchange of food-related resources. Think of community gardens sharing surplus produce, or underutilized kitchen equipment empowering individuals to prepare meals more efficiently.

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

5

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

1. Financial Security & Access to Healthcare: By enabling individuals to earn income through ShereSpace, they gain financial security, which can indirectly contribute to better health outcomes. This allows them to afford preventative healthcare, healthy food options, and potentially manage stress related to financial insecurity. 2. Community Building & Social Support: ShereSpace fosters a sense of community and social connection. Strong social connections are linked to improved mental and emotional well-being, a key aspect of SDG #3. Additionally, the platform could be used to connect individuals with resources related to health and wellness, like fitness equipment or healthy cooking tools. While these connections may be indirect, they demonstrate ShereSpace's potential to contribute to a holistic approach to well-being that goes beyond just physical health.

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

1. Resource Sharing for Educational Needs: The ShereSpace platform could be used to facilitate the sharing of educational resources amongst students or within communities. This could include: * Sharing Educational Equipment: Science labs, specialized equipment, or even musical instruments could be shared between schools or community centers, maximizing their use and promoting access to quality learning experiences. 2. Skill Development & Training Opportunities: ShereSpace ARcademy, with its focus on AR training, could potentially be expanded to include modules relevant to specific educational needs. This could involve: * Interactive Learning Tools: Developing AR modules that enhance learning in subjects like science, history, or even vocational training. * Teacher Training: Providing AR-based training modules for educators, helping them integrate this innovative technology into their classrooms.

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Gender Equality (#SDG5): Empowers women through income generation, AR training in traditionally male fields, and fostering a collaborative community.

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

5

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

hereSpace's contribution to SDG #6: Clean Water and Sanitation is likely to be the most indirect of all the SDGs we've discussed. However, there's potential for creative solutions: Resource Sharing for Water Management: The ShereSpace platform could be used to facilitate the sharing of water-related resources within communities, particularly in areas facing water scarcity. This could involve: Sharing Water Filtration Systems: Individuals with water filtration systems could share their use with others in exchange for a fee, promoting access to clean water. Rainwater Harvesting Equipment: Communities could share rainwater harvesting equipment, maximizing water collection and promoting resource efficiency. Community Collaboration for Sanitation Solutions: Sharing Tools & Equipment: Individuals with tools or equipment needed for sanitation maintenance or repairs could share them with community members.

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Clean Energy (#SDG7): ShereSpace promotes sharing & repair, reducing need for new equipment & energy consumption. Facilitates access to clean energy resources & encourages a sharing economy mindset. Facilitating Access to Sustainable Energy Solutions: The ShereSpace platform could be used to connect individuals with resources related to clean energy: Sharing Solar Panels or Battery Storage: Individuals with underutilized solar panels or battery storage could share them with others, promoting access to clean energy sources. Connecting with Clean Energy Installation Services: The platform could connect users with service providers for installation of solar panels, wind turbines, or other clean energy solutions within their communities.

02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

SDG #8: Decent Work: ShereSpace empowers individuals (micro-entrepreneurship), provides skills training (ARcademy), & promotes resource efficiency & collaboration. 1. Empowering Individuals & Creating Jobs: Micro-entrepreneurship: ShereSpace allows individuals to turn underutilized resources into income streams, fostering micro-entrepreneurship and promoting economic activity within communities. Skilling for the Sharing Economy: Through ShereSpace ARcademy, individuals gain valuable skills relevant to the sharing economy, preparing them for new job opportunities in a rapidly evolving market. Connects Individuals with Skills & Needs: The platform fosters collaboration by connecting individuals with the skills or tools needed to complete specific tasks. This can lead to innovation within communities and the creation of new micro-businesses.

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Industry Innovation (#SDG9): ShereSpace disrupts ownership models & inspires new sharing economy businesses. Optimizes infrastructure usage by reducing demand & promoting collaborative maintenance. Innovation in the Sharing Economy: ShereSpace represents a novel approach to resource utilization by creating a platform for collaborative sharing. This innovation can: Disrupt Traditional Ownership Models: By promoting access over ownership, ShereSpace challenges traditional models and encourages a more efficient use of existing resources. Inspire New Business Models: The platform's success can inspire the development of similar sharing models across different industries, fostering innovation within the broader sharing economy. Promoting Collaborative Maintenance: The platform could be used to connect individuals with skills and tools needed for community-based maintenance of shared resources, minimizing reliance on centralized infrastructure management.

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Reduced Inequalities (#SDG10): ShereSpace fosters economic empowerment & social inclusion. ARcademy provides equal access to in-demand skills, promoting a more equitable future. Economic Empowerment: Income Generation: Individuals, especially those facing economic hardship, can earn income by sharing underutilized resources. This financial security reduces dependence on external support and promotes social mobility. Reduced Cost of Access: Borrowers access resources at a fraction of the cost, allowing individuals with limited resources to complete tasks or projects they otherwise couldn't afford. Social Inclusion & Community Building: Bridging the Resource Gap: ShereSpace provides a platform for individuals with resources to connect with those who need them, fostering collaboration and reducing social isolation. Empowering All Skillsets: The platform celebrates diverse skills and creates opportunities for individuals with different expertise to contribute to their communities.

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Sustainable Cities (#SDG11): ShereSpace reduces waste & extends product life. Promotes collaborative consumption & strengthens local economies & communities. Resource Efficiency and Reduced Waste: Sharing vs. Owning: ShereSpace promotes access over ownership, encouraging the utilization of existing resources and minimizing the need for constant production of new items. This reduces waste generation and environmental impact within communities. Extending Product Lifespan: The platform facilitates equipment repair and sharing, promoting longer product lifespans and minimizing the need for frequent replacements. Collaborative Consumption and a Circular Economy: Reduced Demand for New Infrastructure: By maximizing the use of existing resources, ShereSpace can indirectly reduce the pressure on building new infrastructure to meet individual needs. Community-Based Maintenance: The platform can connect individuals with skills and tools for community-based maintenance of shared resources.

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Responsible Consumption (#SDG12): ShereSpace promotes sharing & reduces demand for new products. Extends product life & minimizes waste. Shifts consumer mindset towards access & responsible resource use. Promoting a Sharing Economy: Reduced Demand for New Products: By encouraging the sharing of underutilized resources, ShereSpace discourages the constant need for individuals to purchase new items. This minimizes resource extraction, production processes, and associated environmental impact. Extending Product Lifespan: The platform incentivizes repair and maintenance of existing tools and equipment, promoting longer lifespans and reducing the need for frequent replacements, which contribute to waste generation. Reducing Unnecessary Production: By maximizing the use of existing resources, ShereSpace minimizes the need for additional production lines and associated waste generation. Facilitating Sustainable Practices.

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Climate Action (#SDG13): ShereSpace reduces production & extends product life. Promotes sustainable consumption & resource efficiency. Indirectly supports renewable energy & sharing of clean resources. Reducing Environmental Impact through Sharing: Minimized Production & Transportation: By encouraging the sharing of underutilized resources, ShereSpace reduces the need for constant production of new items. This lowers the environmental impact associated with resource extraction, manufacturing, and transportation. Extended Product Lifespan: The platform incentivizes equipment repair and sharing, promoting longer lifespans and minimizing the need for frequent replacements, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions and waste. Shifting from Owning to Accessing: ShereSpace fosters a cultural shift towards accessing resources instead of owning them. This reduces overall consumption and its associated carbon footprint. Encouraging Resource Efficiency & Repair.

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

3

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Indirect Impact (#SDG14): ShereSpace promotes responsible boating practices through sharing & connects users with ocean conservation efforts (fundraising & volunteering). Supporting Ocean Conservation Efforts: ShereSpace could potentially partner with ocean conservation organizations to: Facilitate Fundraising: The platform could be used to connect individuals with organizations working to protect marine life, allowing for easier fundraising and support. Connecting Volunteers with Conservation Projects: ShereSpace could connect individuals with skills or equipment relevant to ocean conservation projects, promoting volunteer participation and community engagement. Reduce Reliance on Individual Ownership: By encouraging boat sharing, the overall number of boats manufactured might decrease, potentially minimizing pollution from boat production and maintenance.

02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

6

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Life on Land (#SDG15): ShereSpace reduces resource extraction & waste. Supports sustainable practices & community initiatives. Encourages responsible consumption & environmental awareness. Minimizing Resource Extraction & Waste: Reduced Demand for New Products: By encouraging the sharing of underutilized resources like tools or equipment, ShereSpace discourages the constant need for individuals to purchase new items. This minimizes resource extraction for manufacturing, protecting natural habitats and ecosystems. Promoting Repair & Upcycling: The platform incentivizes repair and maintenance of existing tools, reducing the need for frequent replacements that contribute to landfill waste. Connecting with Eco-Friendly Services: ShereSpace could connect users with services for responsible disposal or recycling of unwanted items, promoting a more circular economy and minimizing landfilling.

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Empowers individuals: Earn income by sharing underutilized resources. Borrow at a fraction of the cost. Creates income & saves money. Sustainable Communities: Utilizes existing resources, minimizing waste. Strengthens local economies & fosters collaboration. Future-proofs Skills: AR training equips users for the sharing economy, combating job displacement due to automation. ️ Invests in a poverty-free future. Here's a breakdown of how each element contributes to SDG #16: Empowers individuals: Sharing creates economic opportunities and fosters self-reliance, reducing potential conflict over scarce resources. Sustainable communities: By promoting resource efficiency and collaboration, ShereSpace strengthens social bonds and reduces competition within communities. Future-proofs skills: AR training empowers individuals to adapt to the changing job market, minimizing economic anxieties that can contribute to social unrest.

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Partnerships (#SDG17): ShereSpace connects communities & fosters partnerships. Scalable model inspires global collaboration. Empowers individuals & builds a global community for change. Collaborative Platform for Shared Success: Connecting Individuals & Communities: ShereSpace fosters collaboration by connecting individuals with resources and skills, promoting a spirit of cooperation and shared goals within communities. Fostering Partnerships with Businesses & Organizations: The platform can connect with businesses offering relevant services like repair or rentals, or NGOs promoting sustainability, creating win-win partnerships for a shared purpose. Leveraging Technology for Global Impact: Scalable Sharing Economy Model: ShereSpace's platform can be easily scaled to new regions, fostering a global sharing economy movement that promotes resource optimization and environmental sustainability. Inspiring Innovation & Collaboration.

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

1 = Pas du tout d'accord

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

3

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

3

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

6

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

4

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

6

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

3

06.08 Justification

ShereSpace is an innovative take on the sharing economy, focusing on underutilized resources and empowering users through skill development. It leverages existing technologies but offers a distinct approach that addresses unmet needs within the sharing economy.

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Main Competitive Advantage: * Shared Abundance: ShereSpace champions a shift from individual ownership towards shared access and maximizing the use of existing resources. This concept goes beyond simply renting underutilized items; it promotes a cultural change towards abundance through collaborative consumption. ShereSpace's Competitive Edge: * Focus on Underutilized Resources: Expands the sharing economy by encouraging reuse of existing items, maximizing resource utilization, and potentially minimizing environmental impact. * Accessibility: Lowers barriers to entry by promoting skill development (ARcademy) and potentially facilitating connections with repair services, making resource sharing more inclusive. * Integrated Skill Development: ARcademy empowers users with skills relevant to the sharing economy, fostering self-sufficiency, user confidence, and a more engaged community.

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

Yes, I'am in current pursuit of a female co-founder & I'am engaged in talks with women who are in leadership positions organizations to help me identify peers who are skilled or willing to learn & be apart of shere space & leading roles in the future that will emerge as we scale & eventually knowing most of them will leave to start their own ventures, some which i will suppport in various ways as a future established entreprenuer & Angel investor, so one of these women i'a talking to is the head of innnovation & agile project at one of our leading banks in zambia, she is helping me to connect to the right co-founder & potetial future shere space team members & co-founders who are female & capable to build & deply the shared abundnace vision. over all shere space will have programs that empower young women in the community across zambia & the rest of africa. shere space is an eco-system that willonly be realzied by many later on.