In a momentous stride for Tanzanian innovation, Wingspan Innovative Technologies (WIT)—a proudly Tanzanian EdTech NGO—is making headlines with the launch of its first corporate-backed initiative, built entirely on home soil.
On April 3, 2024, a historic contract was signed between two visionary leaders: Mr. Hussein Damani, corporate liaison and digital development strategist, and Dr. Captain Basil Obeidat, a decorated aviation leader and advocate for community education.
This is not just a contract—it's a declaration that Tanzania can lead in educational innovation. We are not importing a vision from abroad. We are building it ourselves, for the Tanzanian people.
— Dr. Captain Basil Obeidat
This milestone marks the beginning of Phase One of WIT's ambitious three-phase launch strategy, which is rooted in corporate sponsorships, followed by donor partnerships and a public subscription model.
A 100% Tanzanian Solution
What makes this initiative truly remarkable is that it is designed, developed, and delivered 100% in Tanzania—a testament to the country's growing capacity in education technology and digital learning.
The pioneering corporate sponsor, Coastal Air, a leading general aviation company in Tanzania, has stepped forward with visionary support. Under this agreement, WIT will provide Coastal Air with a customized Electronic Learning & Development Platform (ELDP) program to upskill its workforce using locally relevant, cutting-edge digital tools.
Corporate Sponsorship
Companies like Coastal Air Sponsor Public Platform development while receiving customized workforce training programs.
Local Content
Culturally relevant content in local languages designed specifically for Tanzanian learners.
The Shared-Risk Model
What sets WIT even further apart is its innovative shared-risk model, which brings together corporate sponsors like Coastal Air, philanthropic donors, and the general public into a unified ecosystem of support.
WIT's Three-Phase Launch Strategy
Corporate Sponsorships
Initial funding and validation through partnerships with forward-thinking Tanzanian companies.
Donor Partnerships
Expanding access through partnerships with NGOs and philanthropic organizations.
Public Subscription
Sustainable growth through affordable individual and institutional subscriptions.
By aligning the interests of all three stakeholders, WIT ensures that the burden and benefit of building digital skills are shared equitably. Sponsors help fund the development, donors extend access to the underserved, and the public contributes through affordable subscriptions—creating a sustainable and collaborative model for nationwide skill development.
Localized for Maximum Impact
WIT's localized approach ensures that content is not only accessible but also culturally resonant, delivered in languages and formats that speak directly to the Tanzanian context. With a team of homegrown digital creators, instructional designers, and AI technologists, WIT is redefining what it means to build for impact.
Mr. Hussein Damani
Corporate Liaison & Digital Development Strategist
"This platform is Tanzanian through and through—from concept and coding to content and delivery. It's an invitation for local industries to invest in their communities while empowering their employees."
With this inaugural partnership signed, WIT is accelerating development and actively welcoming other corporate partners who wish to be part of this transformative, Tanzania-made movement.
This is more than a digital learning platform—it's Tanzania taking the lead in shaping its future.