Cardano Solutions to Property Industry Problems

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Bernard Sibanda

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Entity (Incorporated)

[GENERAL] Co proposers and Additional applicants

none

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

6

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

No

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

We will develop a Proof of Concept and pilot a property based dApp solution based on Cardano. The dApp will provide some solutions for property management, sales, ownership, location and demarcations

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

Yes

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

The dApp will make use of Blockfrost API or similar services (https://blockfrost.io/#pricing). The Hobby subscription, priced at 1348.75 ADA annually, provides sufficient time, resources, and affordability for the project.

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

The project will be open source and will provid MIT licence to source code.

The project source code will be available on github so that other interested developers can join and improve it.

[METADATA] SDG rating

Goal 9: Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation

9.4 - By 2030, upgrade infrastructure and retrofit industries to make them sustainable, with increased resource-use efficiency and greater adoption of clean and environmentally sound technologies and industrial processes, with all countries taking action in accordance with their respective capabilities

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

Solve Property Problems with a research based DApp Prototype

We propose to conduct further research, design, develop, and test a prototype for property solutions based on the Cardano blockchain. The identified problems encompass:

• Property sales issues
• Property management challenges
• Property rental problems
• Property tokenization
• Property ownership concerns

Prototype on Cardano Blockchain

To prevent tampering with property ownership and location data, we will employ the secure Cardano blockchain, ensuring the integrity of such information.

For instance, in Johannesburg, numerous buildings have been illegally occupied, with their data altered, placing owners in a losing battle to reclaim them.

Varsetile Decentralized App

The decentralized application (DApp) we envision will empower buyers, sellers, families, and descendants to leverage the security features of the Cardano blockchain for storing ownership records and proofs of purchase. Even individuals without national identities, foreigners, or those facing disadvantages will have easy access to Cardano wallets with affordable transaction fees.

The DApp also aims to address challenges in the distribution of deceased estates, where evidence is often lost, stolen, altered, or erased.

DApp Prototype for global usage

In South Africa, informal settlements pose a significant problem. Occupants residing in these settlements for extended periods face difficulties in making property claims during relocation due to the lack of legal documents. This is where our DApp becomes instrumental. It enables impoverished occupants to record and store evidence of property, including construction details, date, time, and location, on the Cardano blockchain.

Moreover, the DApp isn't limited to solving issues within the South African property industry; it extends its benefits to countries worldwide, spanning developed, developing, and underdeveloped nations.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

1. This will grow Cardano tools usecases.
2. Merry the Cardano blockchain to traditional property and legal industries
3. Increase Cardano Treasurer collections from transactions fees because the whole world of property will utilize Cardano's secure IT tools
4. This will create a big demand for Cardano developers, marketers and investors
5. Differential Cardano community from other blockchains and make it appealing for governments and municipalities and banks
6. Increase Cardano adoption because Cardano will be solving real life day to day problems.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

Local Government Property Experience

We are currently servicing local government with web solutions on property locations, stands verifications, property meters(water/electricity https://matlosana-meter-reading.co.za/), credit control on 3 provinces including metros. We are connected to professional property agents where we buy properties from and local community rates payers(https://www.linmeyer.co.za/business/property)

We have run Cardano Summits, Events with our own finances before. No reason to be unreliable as we are on Cardano communities growth path

• Approximately 90% of the financial operations at Cardano Centre Johannesburg are attributed to Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd and Women In Move Solutions Pty Ltd. These operations include rentals, equipment expenses, and event costs (e.g., Cardano Summit 2023 Johannesburg) as well as student stipend payments. The Catalyst will support these initiatives, aiding the move towards long-term sustainability and the onboarding of more individuals in South Africa.

Proof the approach will work is we have managed to run it at a small scale for at least 12 months

• From 2015 to 2023, we have dedicated ourselves to developing and operating web applications focused on government/municipalities. These applications encompass tasks such as water and electricity meter reading, disconnections/reconnections, pretermination notice deliveries, and meter location and verification systems/applications.

We successfully produced commercial applications used nationally and have successfully assisted graduates with employment

• Through Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd, the IT software development company, we have successfully produced and implemented web applications. These systems have been thoroughly tested across more than 20 districts, resulting in the generation of over 5 million rands in revenue.

We have a reputation to keep with high schools and tertiary institutions we have partnered with e.g. Richfield, Phoenix, Forest, Hope and we have mastered various programming languages

• The team is composed of full-time and part-time qualified and experienced individuals, working with over 15 different programming languages.

We have been trained in Various Cardano skills

• We took part in Plutus Pioneer training led by Dr. Lars, received training from Gimbalabs, Haskell certification from Luxembourg University, and completed courses on Atala Prism 1 and 2.

Success in running events: Summits(2022,2023), Haskell Hackerthon, CIP-1694, Onboarding

• We are actually using our own finances and resources to build and grow our Cardano communities because we believe Cardano has the best future in crypto communities.

[Project Milestones] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

a) Milestone Achievement Date 

End of 3nd month after receiving Milestone 2 funds

b) Milestone Funding Amount 

30% of Project Funding

c) Milestone Outputs 

• Report on Property Industry Blockchain usecases identification and streamlining

User based requirement specifications(any of these. Prototype will be on one not all because it will not be feasible)

• property sales problems
• property management problems
• property rentals problems
• property tokenization
• property ownership problems

• UI/UX design and Front End 
• RDMS (Database Schema)
• Back End 
• github repository link to source code

d) Milestone Acceptance Criteria

at least 1 user specification report completed

at Frontend completed

at least 1 Backend completed

at least 1 github repository link to source code

e) Evidence Of Achievement

at least 1 video(or working demo) showing Frontend, Backend

at least 1 user specification report

at least 1 link to github source code repository

a) Milestone Achievement Date 

End of 2nd month after receiving Milestone 2 funds

b) Milestone Funding Amount 

40% of Project Funding

c) Milestone Outputs 

• smart contract design document
• demo/video on smart contract on preproduction or preview testnets
• github repository link to source code

d) Milestone Acceptance Criteria

at least 1 smart contract design document

at least 1 demo/video on smart contract on preproduction or preview testnets

• github repository link to source code

e) Evidence Of Achievement

at 1 least smart contract design document

a demo/video on smart contract on preproduction or preview testnets

• github repository link to source code

n/a

n/a

a) Milestone Achievement Date 

End of 2nd month after receiving Milestone 3 funds

b) Milestone Funding Amount 

30% of Project Funding

c) Milestone Outputs 

• completed working prototype or video on integrated frontend, backend and blockchain prototype
• report on project covering six months
• github repository link to source code

d) Milestone Acceptance Criteria

• at least 1 completed working prototype or video on integrated frontend, backend and blockchain prototype
• at least 1 report on project covering six months
• github repository link to source code

e) Evidence Of Achievement

• at least 1 completed working prototype or video on integrated frontend, backend and blockchain prototype running on testnets(preprod/preview)
• at least 1 report on project covering six months
• github repository link to source code

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

https://wims.io/#team

The Team is big and cannot all be listed here. It is composed of IT graduates and also final IT Tertiary Software Engineers from Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology and UNISA. We have IT Students, undergraduates(Bernard,Bongiwe, Nomathemba), Honors(Celiwe), Masters and Doctorate(Mohapi). Details linkin and resume(cv) are given below.

1 Bernard Sibanda

Resume(CV)

https://tobb.co.za/cv/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernard-sibanda-04832817/

50 Elizabeth Avenue, Linmeyer, 2190, Johannesburg, South Africa.

cto@wims.io, besi@tobb.co.za

+27 73 182 0631

Professional Summary

Experienced IT professional with over 15 years of expertise in developing and implementing innovative solutions in the IT industry. Founder of Tobb Technologies, a successful consulting company specializing in credit control web solutions. Proven track record of generating revenue exceeding 6 million rands across 20 districts. Demonstrated leadership in backend, database, and frontend platform development. Actively involved in educational programs and dedicated to fostering growth within the Cardano community.

Professional Experience

Founder, Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd, Women In Move Pty Ltd (Year Started – Present), Cofounder of Cardano Africa Live

• Established and led Tobb Technologies, a consulting company specializing in credit control web solutions.
• Successfully implemented solutions across 20 districts, resulting in revenue exceeding 6 million rands.
• Provided valuable consultancy services in backend, databases, and frontend platforms, ensuring client satisfaction and project success.

IT Consultant (2007 – Present)

• Contributed over 15 years of expertise to the IT industry, delivering impactful consultancy services.
• Developed innovative solutions for backend, databases, and frontend platforms, achieving project success and client satisfaction.

Education

Plutus Core Program, University of Luxembourg

• Completed and graduated from the Plutus Core program with distinction.
• Plutus Pionneer student for cohot 1, 2,3,4

Plutus Pioneers Program

• Actively participated as one of the first Plutus Pioneers, collaborating with Dr. Lars on cutting-edge developments.

Project-Based Learning, Gimbalabs

• Engaged in project-based learning at Gimbalabs, gaining hands-on experience in the latest technologies.

Initiatives and Community Involvement

Internship Opportunities for Graduates

• Spearheading a project at Tobb Technologies to offer internship opportunities to graduate students.
• Currently planning to hire two IT graduates from the Cardano community for a six-month internship program.
• Aiming to tackle unemployment by providing job opportunities and training in Cardano development.

Educational Programs and Language Engagement

• Actively engaged in educational programs, including Mesh, Lucid, Haskell, and Helios Cardano languages.
• Continuously contributing to the growth of the Cardano community through active participation in various initiatives.

Skills

• Project Management
• Backend Development
• Database Management
• Frontend Development
• Consultancy Services
• Team Leadership
• Cardano Development
• Educational Programs
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills

2 Mateka Mohapi (IT PHD UNISA Student)

Resume(CV)

https://tobb.co.za/cv/mateka-mohapi.pdf

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrance-mohapi-32528254/

82 Caroline St, Brixton , Johannesburg, 2990, South Africa

+27 74 914 1145

mlurance@yahoo.com, mohapi@tobb.co.za

Professional Summary

Experienced and versatile Software Developer with a proven track record in Java and C# development. Adept at analyzing, building, testing, deploying, and maintaining a range of applications for diverse industries. Proficient in a variety of technologies, frameworks, and tools, with a strong foundation in backend and frontend development.

Work Experience

Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd, Johannesburg

Freelance BackEnd Developer

May 2021 - Dec 2022

Link to Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd

• Developed and contributed to various projects as a Java and C# BackEnd Developer.
• Engaged in freelancing for different projects through Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd.

Skills

FrontEnd

• AngularJs
• TypeScript
• React JS
• CSS

BackEnd

• Java
• C#
• Scala

Azuro Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd, Johannesburg

C# Software Developer

Jan 2020 - Apr 2021

AZURO INHOUSE

• Built CRM custom applications using C# (DotNet Core).
• Utilized SQL, Azure hosted SQLDB, Entity Framework Core 6, Microsoft Dynamics CRM 363.
• Implemented Azure Functions (C#) DotNet Core, Message Queues, and integrated messaging platforms for CRM notifications.

CLIENT-BASED PROJECTS

• Developed dynamic pages for CWT Travel (https://www.mycwt.com/) using JavaScript, HTML, Azure Functions (C#) DotNet Core, and Azure Hosted SQL DB.

Source Control and Task Management

• DevOps

Azure Business Solutions, Johannesburg

Developer (Consultant at Anglo American)

Jul 2014 - Jun 2019

• Analyzed, built, tested, deployed, and maintained software tools supporting the IM Department at Anglo American.
• Utilized technologies including MVC3, Kendol UI (Telerik Controls), JavaScript, SQL, jQuery, WPF, Entity Framework, C# (DotNet Framework 4.7), SSRS Reports, Tableau APIs.
• Employed TFS for source control and ISS for deployment.

iScrip People & Technology (Pty) Ltd, Johannesburg

Junior Developer (Consulting at MTN)

Nov 2011 - Dec 2013

• Analyzed, built, deployed, and maintained the MTN Vetting Engine, windows, and web applications for prepaid and contract customers.
• Utilized technologies including C++, C#, WEB Services, SQL, Asp.net Web forms, Windows forms, JavaScript, vb.net.
• Implemented Tortoise CVS for source control and utilized ClickOnce and ISS for deployment strategy.

University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg

Lab Assistant (2007-2008) & Tutor and Student Assistant (2009 - 2011)

Jan 2007 - Sep 2011

• Tutored technical programming in Java (NetBeans & JGrasp), communication networks (Linux and Windows), and business analysis.
• Operating Systems: Linux (Ubuntu) & Windows
• UI Frameworks: ASP.Net MVC, Kendo UI, Angular, Spring
• Backend: C#, C, VB.Net, Java, C++
• Scripting Languages: JavaScript, CSS, HTML, TypeScript
• Databases: MySql, MSSQL DB
• Web Servers: IIS & Apache Tomcat
• IDE: NetBeans, Eclipse, Ms Visual Studio
• Source Control: Tortoise CVS, Git & TFS
• Task Management: Trello and Ms DevOps

Education

Bachelor Computer Science Degree

Master's Computer Science Degree

3 Celiwe L. Ngwenya : CIP-1694 Johannesburg Committee Member

https://www.linkedin.com/in/celiwe-londiwe-ngwenya

celiwengwenya3@gmail.com

+268 7868 0861 | +27 738 130 617

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Computing

University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa

2020 – 2023

Non-Fungible Token (NFT), REFI & Bitcoin Talent’s 2nd Cohorts 2023

Frankfurt School Blockchain Center, Frankfurt, Germany

2023

Certificate in Digital Currencies

University of Nicosia, Nicosia, Cyprus

2020

Advance Diploma in Information Resource Management

University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa

2017

Diploma in Information Technology

University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa

2014 – 2016

WORK EXPERIENCE

Springfield Research University – Computer Science Lecturer

October 2023 to Present

• Accelerated Program Design
• Accelerated Object-Oriented Design
• Algorithms and Data Structures
• Application Building with OOP.
• Computer Science 1 & 2
• Computer Programming 1
• Creative Engineering Computer-Aided Design
• System Programming Concepts
• Introduction to Computing for Engineer and Scientist
• Boosting Cardano South Africa – Facilitator
• November 2022 to Present

Guiding graduate students in utilizing Cardano blockchain platforms

Stake pool management, catalyst idea scale, NFT minting, and project catalyst

Facilitating project-based learning on gimbalabs

Greenlane College – Teacher

2022, South Africa

Teaching Computer Application Technology

Grades 10, 11, 12

Gauteng College of Engineering & Technology – Network and System Support

2018 to 2020

Network and system maintenance and upgrades

Configuration and installation of various network devices and services

Monitoring network performance

Troubleshooting network issues

Gauteng College of Engineering & Technology – Lecturer

2018 to 2020

System support Level 5

Technical Support Level 4

PROJECTS

NFT Marketplace

React JS, Solidity, Polygon, Next.js, Node JS, MetaMask, Chakra-ui.

Web application for buying and selling NFTs through direct listings or auctions.

MERN, Cloudinary, Tailwindcss, OpenAI, Dall-e.

Web-based platform for generating images based on user descriptions or suggestions.

Crowdfunding Dapp

ReactJS, Hardhat, Solidity, Ethereum, MetaMask, Thirdweb.

Web application for listing organizations for funding with user donations.

3D AI Website

Three.JS, React-three/fiber(drei), TailwindCSS, Dalle-AI, React.JS, Framer-motion.

Customizable T-shirt design web application using AI image generation.

Next 13.JS, Framer-motion, TailwindCSS, Figma-design.

Fully functioning website using Next13, Framer Motion, and Tailwind CSS.

Chatbot

ReactJS, OpenAI, TailwindCSS.

Web-based platform with a ChatGPT-like interface for programming assistance.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages: Python, Solidity, HTML/CSS, JavaScript, SQL, Plutus.

Technologies/Frameworks/Libraries: Web3.js, Ethers.js, Hardhat, Express JS, Node JS, React JS, Next JS, Solidity, Redux, Thirdweb, Tailwindcss, Mendeley, LaTeX.

POSITIONS OF RESPONSIBILITY & ACHIEVEMENTS

New York Academy of Sciences – Mentor

2020 to Present

Mentoring teenage girls worldwide in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics)

Africa Teen Geeks – Volunteer

2018 to Present

Assisting teenagers in learning coding using various programming languages.

4 Radebe Tefo Given(BSC IT : IT Specialist/Web Developer))

Richfield BSC IT Graduate with a strong passion for Cardano blockchain technology. He is doing internship at Tobb Technologies.

Tefo is actively involved in various Cardano activities: Cardano Summit 2023, is a CIP-1694 Committee member, a Haskell student and a Catalyst community reviewer.

Skills:

Networks, Mathematics, Programming, Information Systems,Web Technology, Database Systems,Big Data and IOT,Machine Learning, Cybersecurity,IT Project Management, Mobile App Development, Artificial Intelligence.

5 Nomathemba Dada Dip IT(Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology) Developer

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nomathemba-dada-779785205/?originalSubdomain=za

Web Developer, Haskell student, Plutus student, very active in Cardano Africa Live and Tobb Technologies

6 Bongiwe Sibanda(IT Specialist/Web Developer)

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bongiwe-sibanda-874484178/

Wits Health Consortium

IT Support Engineer

Skills: Maintain Microsoft domain infrastructure · Remote Desktop · Computer Hardware Troubleshooting · Technical SupportSkills: Maintain 

Microsoft domain infrastructure · Remote Desktop · Computer Hardware Troubleshooting · Technical Support

Junior Web Developer : full stack, Javascript, html, css, php, mysql

Information Technology Administrator

Skills: Information Technology Infrastructure · Help Desk Support · Technical SupportSkills: Information Technology Infrastructure · Help 

Desk Support · Technical Support

Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd

Junior Web Developer : full stack, Javascript, html, css, php

Skills: PHP · WordPress · JavaScript · Bootstrap (Framework) · MySQL · Generating Reports. Javascript. Html. CSS. Mysql

Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology Final Year IT Students/Graduate Students working as WIL/Interns/Freelance and full time for Women In Move Solutions Pty Ltd, Tobb Technologies Pty Ltd and Cardano Africa Live.

There are other IT technical areas we will out source from experienced and qualified Cardano developers(IOG, EMURGO, Gimbalabs, etc)

https://tobb.co.za/

https://abltech.com.au/

https://wims.io/

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

Cardano Property Solution dApp Prototype. The plan is to have 3 developers.

A: Junior Developer rate 1400 ADA x2 = 2800/month x6(month)

B: 2 x Senior rate 100 ADA/hour

Below are estimate hours based on past experience:

1. Cardano Blockchain Integration 150hrs x @100ADA/hr = 15000 ADA
2. Backend API and RDMS 100hrs x @100ADA/hr = 10000 ADA
3. Server Side Scripting 90hrs x @100ADA/hr = 9000 ADA
4. Front End 130hrs x @100ADA/hr = 13000 ADA
5. Testing(technical and user) = 8400 ADA
6. Piloting the dApp = 8400 ADA
7. Marketing the dApp = 7600 ADA

Total (15000+10000+9000+13000 + 8400 + 7600) = 63000 ADA

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

This project aims to establish Cardano as a leading provider of government/municipality/business IT solutions (web3). Its implementation will enhance adoption, foster stronger relationships with existing tertiary institutions, attract a greater number of IT developer graduates to join Cardano, and position Cardano's IT solutions in a favorable position for government/municipal contracts.

The request amount is for producing, testing, marketing and piloting a DApp in order to move Cardano technologies to solve real live problems. The requested amount 63000 ADA would be a salary for one developer in normal cases. In this case, it is spread amoung 3 and hopes to also get more developers to Cardano.

Many dApps get developed and shelved because their use cases are of imaginery demand. Tobb Technologies is already working with local governments on credit control solutions such a DApp will even enhance getting government tenders on property systems and also credity control systems.

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agrees to Fund Rules and also that data in the submission form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept