Mozambique: Internet Service Provider
Mozambique: Internet Service Provider
Internet Service Provider
NextGen Humanists Mozambique
Location: Monapo, Nampula Province. Mozambique
Members:
Female
Female – Maria Joaquim
Female – Ana Mabunda
Female – Lucinda Machel
Female – Teresa Nhantumbo
Male
Male – João Mateus
Male – Carlos Mondlane
Male – Paulo Ernesto
Male - Ali Machava
Male – Manuel Chissano
Male – Alberto Macuácua
Email: cossbongani@gmail.com
Phone: +258 84 941 2622
What does humanism mean to you?
Humanism means placing human dignity, reason, and compassion at the center of life while taking full responsibility for my choices and actions in a society deeply shaped by tradition, religion, and community expectations; growing up in a culturally rich environment where family ties, respect for elders, solidarity, and shared struggle are strong, I learned the value of people long before questioning beliefs, but it was through humanism that I found a framework that honors those cultural values without relying on the idea of God or religious authority, allowing me to see morality as something that comes from our shared humanity rather than fear or obedience; not believing in God or religions has transformed my life by giving me intellectual freedom, encouraging critical thinking, and helping me live honestly without pretending faith for social acceptance, while also deepening my empathy for others regardless of belief, ethnicity, or background; instead of prayer, I believe in action, instead of divine reward, I believe in human progress, and instead of religious identity, I define myself by how I treat others and contribute to my community, which in Mozambique where poverty, inequality, and social challenges are real has made my commitment to education, social justice, and mutual respect stronger and more practical, grounding my life in responsibility, openness, and hope rooted in people rather than the supernatural.
Project Description
We are planning to establish basic internet connectivity for NextGen Humanists Mozambique members through a Tesla Starlink shared-access setup, enabling communication, education, advocacy, and income-generating activities. The project will be implemented and managed directly by group members, emphasizing self-reliance, transparency, and sustainability. The initial funds will be used to contribute toward equipment access, installation materials, power solutions, and the first month of connectivity, while members will collectively organize the physical setup, including site selection, mounting, security, and basic maintenance. Trained members with technical interest will take responsibility for operating the system, managing user access, scheduling usage, and troubleshooting, ensuring skills are retained within the group rather than outsourced.
To generate income, the Starlink connection will be used as a community internet hub, where members offer low-cost services such as paid Wi-Fi access during set hours, document typing and printing, CV and online job application assistance, digital literacy training, online tutoring, research support, and communication services for local residents and small businesses. Additional income opportunities will include supporting members’ freelance work, remote learning, content creation, and coordination with regional and international humanist networks. Fees will be affordable but consistent, with a clear pricing structure agreed upon by members.
All revenue generated will be pooled into a group sustainability fund used to cover monthly internet subscription costs, basic maintenance, and gradual expansion of services, while a portion will support members directly through stipends, skills development, emergency support, and small project grants. By improving reliable internet access, this initiative will reduce digital exclusion, strengthen organizational capacity, and empower NextGen Humanists Mozambique members to become economically resilient, technologically skilled, and less dependent on external funding, aligning with humanist values of cooperation, responsibility, and human-centered development.
Budget
StarLink Mini - $321 Requested amount $300
Expected Income from the Project
• Paid Wi-Fi access (members & community users): Approx. $3–5 per day → $90–150 per month
Timeline of Project Completion After Funding
• Week 1: Receipt of funds, member planning meeting, site selection, and purchase of required materials
• Week 2: Installation of Starlink equipment, power setup, and testing of internet connectivity
• Week 3: Training of members on system management, user access control, and service pricing
• Week 4: Launch of community internet services and income-generating activities
• Month 2 onward: Full operation, income generation, monitoring, and reinvestment into group sustainability
Benefits to your Community
Improved access to reliable and affordable internet
Reduced digital exclusion for youth and low-income residents
Support for education, online learning, and research
Easier access to online job applications and opportunities
Increased digital literacy and technology skills
Local access to typing, printing, and online services
Support for small businesses and entrepreneurs
Creation of local income-generating opportunities
Strengthened community cooperation and shared resources
Empowerment of youth through skills, information, and connectivity
Reduced travel costs to distant internet cafés
Promotion of self-reliance and sustainability within the community
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