Kenya - Business creation project

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Circular plastic waste management economy for a cleaner environment

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

Chakata, a Kenyan-born solution, tackles the ever-present challenge of plastic waste management not just in Kenya, but across Africa. We understand that a "one-size-fits-all" approach won't work. Chakata focuses on creating a sustainable system for managing solid waste, specifically plastic waste, which is a major concern in Kenya and Africa. We aim to reduce pollution, improve sanitation, and prevent environmental damage. Recognizing the link between waste and livelihoods, Chakata empowers youth, women, and marginalized groups. We equip them with the skills and resources needed to secure jobs within the waste management sector, promoting economic opportunities and poverty reduction.

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

The main problem Chakata aims to solve is the challenge of plastic waste management in Kenya and the larger Africa

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

1. The major challenge Chakata seeks to address is the perennial and persistent problem of plastic waste and the attendant pollution, Chakata directly addresses this issue through the upcycling of plastic waste through the diversion of plastic waste and similar products from landfills and dumpsites 2. We endeavor to go beyond waste collection, we maintain a sustainable approach that focuses on the long term solution by implementing sustainable practices for managing plastic waste. 3. At the heart of everything we do is community, we recognize the potential of the waste management sector to create employment opportunities, we want to train and equip youth, women and other marginalized groups with skills and resources they need to make a living. 4. At the same time we anticipate improved public health as a result of our work within the waste management sector 5. Chakata's approach involves developing new technologies within plastic waste management thus fostering innovation.

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

1. Our core mission of diverting plastic waste from landfills and dumpsites directly serves the ENVIRONMENT. 2. LOCAL COMMUNITIES are empowered by our project because we are centered at creating value for the various diverse people in Kenya 3. MARGINALIZED GROUPS stand to benefit the most as our project is specifically curated in a manner that gives them priority providing them with skills and resources fit for the job 4. The waste management sector stands to benefit given that we focus on creating a sustainable system of plastic waste management

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

12/05/2024

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

0

01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

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

N/A

01.09 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 :

01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

j) Services publics

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

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02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

1.Chakata has the potential to afford and empower people in the society with employment opportunities, skills as well as resources to afford them an opportunity to make a living 2. Through the sustainable system for waste management we seek to afford not only silver bullet solutions to the problem but also long-term opportunities

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

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02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Chakats has a focus on cleaner environment this tacitly means that diseases will be reduced and that will positively impact the ability of people to work and grow food. At the same time we aim to reduce the reliance on landfills and dumpsites this concomitantly results in the freeing up of land that can potentially be used for agricultural purposes

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

1. Proper waste management , especially plastic reduces the risk of diseases that are attendant to overflowing landfills and dumpsites 2. At the same instance the overall effect is that there is a general improvement of the sanitation systems 3. Chakata's approach of empowering communities involves promoting awareness and education leading to better hygiene practices and healthier living

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

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02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

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02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Chakata specifically targets to empower women through job creation in the waste management sector, our approach involves engaging with local communities in the waste management process and we want to afford women with the opportunities to lead, contribute and own the process of waste management

02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

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02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Chakata helps prevent plastic waste from accumulating and contaminating fresh water sources reducing the risk of contamination. At the same time our efforts in removing plastic waste from reduces the number of clogged drainage systems that lead to unsanitary conditions.

02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

1. We create employment opportunities from the collection, sorting and upcycling stages of work 2. We want to formalize the waste collection sector offering formal employment opportunities with regular wages, benefits and improved working conditions 3. We seek to foster entrepreneurship by empowering waste pickers to become entrepreneurs by providing them with training and resources to start their own businesses

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

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02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

1. We aim to develop low-cost and low-maintainance sorting systems that can function effectively in rural and under resourced areas 2. We aim to integrate digital tools for waste collection route optimization, data collection on waste generation patterns and connecting waste pickers with our recycling facilities 3. : Chakata's operations drive the need for improved waste collection infrastructure, through designated collection bins, waste transfer stations, and composting facilities.

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

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02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

4

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

6

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

1. Chakata is not only about upcycling, prevention has always been better than cure, we aim to encourage the use of sustainable packaging materials, develop refil and reuse programmes, implement take back schemes where used products can be returned, design products for recyclability and biodegradability and lastly minimize the use of harmful chemicals in our plastic upcycling

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

4

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

4

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

5

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

1. Microplastic as a result of plastic breakdown harms wildlife and contaminates the soil, impacting plant growth and disrupting the food chain. Chakata's efforts can minimize plastic pollution in the environment, reducing this threat to land Plastic waste is a major threat to terrestrial ecosystems, polluting soil and waterways. By efficiently collecting plastic waste, Chakata helps prevent it from entering rivers, lakes, and ultimately, oceans, protecting aquatic life and the health of surrounding ecosystems.

02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

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05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

5

05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

5

05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

4

05.08 Justification de mon projet

Chakata's solution is tailored to the specific Kenyan context, we offer a more effective service compared to the generic solutions offered by larger waste management companies, at the same time we aim to develop digital tools that optimize collection, tracking as well as low cost sorting, we have in place innovative solutions for upcycling the plastic waste that we collect into valuable items. Similarly, we believe that the fact that we prioritize job creation, local sourcing and community engagement we stand to attract customers who value these aspects

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

Takataka solution, Vintz plastic, Mr. Green Africa, PetCo Kenya amongst others, we have a dedicated focus on creating value for community members, at the same time we recognize that a one size fits all approach will not work for us, we do not just want to recycle, we seek to end the cycle of plastic waste finding its way into our environment, we empower the community to make choices that are beneficial to them, we want to cater to a wider range of demand built on our creativity team that comes up with ideas on how to upcycle plastic into needed products. Ultimately its the fact that we are not largely profit oriented but rather people and purpose oriented that sets us apart.

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

No