Recognition
Awards & recognition
Validation for the work we are building — smart drying technology rooted in real community needs.
2024
3rd Place Winner
DELL Technologies
Recognised for our smart solar fish dryer — an innovative approach to cutting post-harvest loss and strengthening livelihoods in Tanzania's fishing communities.
This recognition came early in Akoliam's journey. It affirmed that solving post-harvest fish loss with connected, solar-powered drying is not just a local need — it is an innovation worth backing.
What we presented
A smart fish dryer with live temperature and humidity monitoring — built for coastal processors who lose catch to poor drying conditions.
Why it matters
Post-harvest loss hits fishing families hardest. Recognition like this helps us reach partners, fund pilots, and keep building for the communities we serve.
What's next
We are focused on field deployment, owner dashboards, and scaling what works — not awards for their own sake.
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