The Restoration Factory Tanzania 2024

The Restoration Factory is a six-month digital business incubation program designed to support the emergence of commercially viable, community-inclusive, and climate-resilient businesses with the potential to restore natural ecosystems and preserve landscapes in Tanzania.

Volunteer Mentorship Opportunity

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Applications open until July 14th

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Tanzania

6 months

Certificate of participation available

About the Restoration Factory Tanzania program

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The Vice President’s Office of Tanzania, in collaboration with the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), with technical support from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and Bridge for Billions, is implementing The “Restoration Factory” business Incubation Program under the global program, The Restoration Initiative (TRI).

Program scope

This program targets entrepreneurs operating in Tanzania, specifically in the Great Ruaha and Lake Rukwa basins, within the macro sectors of Forest Restoration and Landscape Conservation. Key subsectors of focus include:

  • Sustainable Timber Harvesting and Processing
  • Watershed Protection
  • Soil and Land Management and Conservation
  • Agroforestry: Integrating trees and shrubs into agricultural systems for both environmental and economic benefits
  • Ecotourism
  • Tree Nurseries
  • Beekeeping
  • Wildlife Habitat Restoration
  • Environmental Education and Training
  • Community-Based Natural Resource Management and so on.

Make an impact on the small business community

Support a project that excites you

Meet entrepreneurs and their projects, then support the project that sparks your interest.

Learn on the go, alongside entrepreneurs

We believe in active learning! We'll provide you with a clear mentoring structure and resources explained in a simple way.

Get the latest business tools

As a mentor, we will equip you with the same top-notch entrepreneurship tools we offer to participants.

Professional growth

Enhance your leadership and coaching skills through active listening and effective communication.

A powerful and structured
mentoring program

Guidance and flexibility

You will be able to mentor from anywhere in the world thanks to the Bridge for Billions digital platform.​ Our goal is to make mentoring flexible and impactful, breaking down barriers of distance and schedules.

Make a real impact

Entrepreneurship can be lonely. Support and guide entrepreneurs as they turn their business ideas into reality, driving positive change in your local community.

Build connections

Joining as a mentor means more than just giving back; it's about growing your network too. You'll meet passionate entrepreneurs and fellow mentors, creating lasting connections and discovering new opportunities.

Interested in Mentoring?
You are the right fit if you...

How to apply

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Create your profile

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Start by clicking on the “Apply now!” button.

Fill in your personal information to set up an account on our platform.

Remember your email and password for future access.

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Complete all sections

Complete all sections of the application, thoroughly filling out each answer.

Once completed, all the checkmarks at the top will turn blue, indicating that you’re ready to submit.

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Submit your application and await further news

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 We recommend that you review your application in detail one last time. If you’re good to go, click “Submit” in the lower right corner.

Our team will be in touch with a notification about the status of your application.

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Program timeline

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Important dates

Applications
Until 3 April
Start by making a profile on our platform and telling us more about you and your project. After you send in your application, we'll look through all the applicants who are interested in joining program.
Participant announcement
April 10th
We'll carefully review all applications to choose 15 participants for this edition. If selected, your next step will be to accept your spot in the program!
Welcome session
April 12th
Join us for a welcome session to dive into the details program! We'll introduce you to the program's schedule, your role, and the tools you'll use to develop your business. Don't miss out on this chance to learn more about what lies ahead.
Entrepreneurship program
From April 29th until August 29th
The online incubation experience begins! From here you'll dive into weekly mentoring sessions, use the practical tools in our digital platform, and follow our entrepreneurship step-by-step plan. You will have 5 months to complete all the modules and develop your business plan.

Do you want to know more about the program?

Do you have any other questions?

 Connect directly with Christelle Igihozo, Program Manager at Bridge for Billions of the Restoration Factory Program.