1. Masalai Communications Igat Hope SMS Solution

2. Purpose Link Igat Hope with its networks in the 21 provinces in a user-friendly, cost-efficient and effective manner Send/Receive information from networks through SMS text messages (i.e. alerts, news & updates) Send information to networks through text messages Provide support to Igat Hope in processing this information for successful program planning, implementation and advocacy

3. Scope of Work Through this project Masalai will: a)Install and implement the FrontlineSMS system. b)Provide training and support for a period of two years.

4. How will this work for Igat Hope? FrontlineSMS will be installed on a computer (or server) at the Igat Hope head office – This computer will be used to distribute/monitor information to and from outside provincial centre’s. Based on information received head office can then respond to enquiries directly with each individual provincial centre and provide feedback much like an email without the cost of using the Internet on multiple smart phones or computers. 20 representatives of the Igat Hope Network from each province will be supplied with a pre-paid SIM card – Each representative uses their mobile phone to request and receive information to and from the Igat Hope head office.

5. Benefits Igat Hope Networks have a dedicated real time medium to communicate with each other Networks can easily share information with the Head Office Unlimited Calls & SMS between Networks Increased productivity in project tasks Networking & support group development