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Tanzania Sovereign Internet
ThreeFold, through its Dunia Yetu initiative, has embarked on a mission to build a sovereign internet infrastructure by Tanzanians for Tanzanians, empowering people to take control and benefit from their own digital lives. Discover our key partners and the projects we support in Tanzania.
Tanzania Sovereign Internet Partnership with ThreeFold
ThreeFold is proud to announce its partnership with the government of Tanzania to establish a sovereign internet, a groundbreaking initiative poised to revolutionize Tanzania's startup ecosystem. Through this collaboration, ThreeFold aims to empower Tanzania with decentralized internet infrastructure, reducing reliance on internationally controlled internet services and fostering digital sovereignty.
What is the Partnership About?
The partnership between ThreeFold and Tanzania revolves around the establishment of a sovereign internet infrastructure. This initiative is part of the 'Dunia Yetu' program, which aims to incubate and support digital projects in Tanzania. Through Dunia Yetu, local innovators will receive support such as IT mentorship and access to decentralized hosting solutions provided by ThreeFold. This collaboration creates a peer-to-peer platform that empowers local entrepreneurs and startups to develop and host their products and services on local servers.
How Does ThreeFold Support?
ThreeFold's decentralized cloud aims to support Tanzania's sovereign internet architecture. By leveraging ThreeFold's technology, Tanzania can establish a robust and secure internet infrastructure that is resilient to external control and censorship. Through the 'Dunia Yetu' program, local innovators can access decentralized hosting solutions offered by ThreeFold, reducing costs and improving data sovereignty. Additionally, ThreeFold provides IT mentorship and support to ensure the success of digital projects incubated under the program.
Why is it Important?
The establishment of a sovereign internet in Tanzania holds significant economic and strategic importance. By reducing reliance on international internet services, Tanzania can save billions of dollars annually and protect its foreign reserves.
Learn more about Dunia Yetu and the new Tanzanian internet.
Empowering Women and Youth in Tanzania
At ThreeFold, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our ecosystem and beyond. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, bringing us closer to our goal of building a more sustainable and equitable digital future for all.
Through Dunia Yetu, in partnership with H.E.R DAO, a women-centered developer DAO with a focus on inclusivity, we aim to empower women and youth in Tanzania by providing access to education, opportunities, and resources in the tech sector. By fostering diversity and inclusion in Tanzania’s digital ecosystem, we can unlock the untapped potential of women and youth, driving economic growth and innovation.
H.E.R DAO has already established a presence in East Africa, aiming to diversify the blockchain ecosystem and uplift marginalized communities through initiatives like Hackathons and conferences. Their mission focuses on fostering WEB 3 adoption and empowering individuals across the continent. Discover more.
Together, we laid the groundwork for future collaborations and initiatives that will continue to champion diversity, inclusion, and empowerment in the digital space in Tanzania.
Africa Amini Alama
Over the past fifteen years, Africa Amini Alama - which translates as “Africa, I believe in you” - is a Charitable Organisation that has performed many miracles in healthcare, education and social impact in Tanzania. A shy 4-year-old becomes a confident high school student. A Maasai woman is saved, just in time, from a serious illness thanks to a gynaecological examination. A single woman can once again support herself and her children thanks to her participation in a chicken-raising project. A teacher they've employed for many years innovates school teaching thanks to the knowledge he's just acquired.
It's these countless individual stories that touch the heart and make all the difference; these testimonials, and the story of Africa Amini Alama, illustrate the profound impact of their work.
At ThreeFold, we have a vision for a better world for everyone, and we believe that we can all make a difference. The inspiring work of Africa Amini Alama aligns with our commitment to creating positive change and improving lives, showing that collective efforts can lead to significant, meaningful progress.
ThreeFold could help amplify Africa Amini Alama's impact by implementing its technology to enhance various aspects of their initiatives. ThreeFold's decentralized internet platform can provide reliable and affordable connectivity in remote areas, enabling better access to online educational resources and telemedicine services.
In addition to reliable connectivity, ThreeFold can bring several other benefits to Africa Amini Alama:
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Digital Literacy and Skills Training: ThreeFold can provide digital literacy programs and IT skills training for community members, empowering them with the knowledge and tools needed to participate in the digital economy.
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Sustainable Energy Solutions: ThreeFold's infrastructure can support sustainable energy solutions, such as solar-powered internet nodes, ensuring that even the most remote areas can have access to power and connectivity without relying on traditional energy sources.
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Community-driven Applications: ThreeFold’s platform can host and support the development of community-driven applications tailored to the specific needs of Africa Amini Alama’s projects. These applications can address various local challenges, from healthcare management to agricultural planning.
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Support for Entrepreneurs and Startups: By providing the necessary digital infrastructure, ThreeFold can support local entrepreneurs and startups, fostering innovation and creating new business opportunities within the community.
By leveraging ThreeFold's technology, Africa Amini Alama could expand its reach, improve its operational efficiency, and continue transforming lives across the region.