Live workshops & peer challenges for Malian creators to master tools and earn locally.
Emerging creators in Mali lack accessible training on digital tools and monetization strategies customized for their local market.
SahelSkills hosts weekly live Zoom workshops in French/Bambara on digital skills, paired with peer accountability challenges and group monetization critiques. Creators join cohorts, submit work for feedback, and access recordings. Focuses on practical application with local brand sponsorship simulations.
Emerging digital creators (e.g., content makers, influencers, artists) based in Mali
Live, cohort-based learning with Malian mentors, building community unlike async platforms.
professional
Browse and join live sessions.
Group creators by skill/level.
Upload work for peer reviews.
On-demand access to past workshops.
Direct Q&A with local experts.
Badges and leaderboards.
One-click join links.
Improvement scores over time.
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/api/workshopsUpcoming workshops
/api/attend/:workshopIdRSVP
/api/submit/:attendanceIdUpload challenge
/api/cohortsUser's cohort
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| Month | Users | Conversion | MRR | ARR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month 1 | 120 | 2.5% | $45 | $540 |
| Month 6 | 700 | 4% | $420 | $5,040 |
Workshops, challenges, and mentors tailored for Mali's digital scene.
Host free webinar via Eventbrite targeted at Mali, collect emails. Collaborate with 2 Malian influencers for co-hosting. Post in local Telegram channels for creators.
Live classes
English-only, no Africa focus
Local language + cohort community
Network effects from cohorts + exclusive Malian mentor network
Hybrid learning demand + WhatsApp/Zoom ubiquity in Mali.
Low attendance
Free trials + reminders
Zoom compliance
Supabase storage for recordings
Success: 30 attendees each
Success: 50% repeat rate
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