Independent research company based in Hyde Park develops social media platform
The BuildRSA social media platform gives users the opportunity to problem-solve through dialogue.
BuildRSA chat platform is an innovative, local technological initiative. It aims to give South Africans a chance to air their views on developmental issues facing the country and provide tangible solutions to resolving them before they cause degenerative damage.
BuildRSA was developed by Priority Performance Projects, which is part of Plus 94 Research, the largest independent, South African and black-owned research company in the country, based in Hyde Park. What makes it different from other social media platforms is that it’s a local product specifically focused on discussing and solving the problems holding South Africa back.
BuildRSA is about taking action by harnessing one’s personal agency and saying, “What can I do to fix the problems in our country?”
The platform allows users to collectively and constructively problem-solve. It aims to promote active citizenry, develop winning mindsets, and create a culture of focus, determination, hard work and excellence.
Dr Sifiso Falala, CEO of Priority Performance Projects, says the work done by BuildRSA has been benchmarked on four fundamental values namely: problem-solving, global competitiveness, self-love and patriotism. “We believe the BuildRSA chat forum should be used to solve our problems constructively. It allows citizens to set the agenda on what’s important and come up with ways to fix our challenges. Leaders can then take their cue from the contributions of society to develop policies and programmes to empower our nation.”
With load-shedding, a stagnant economy, high rates of unemployment, poverty, crime, and corruption, among the numerous other challenges facing South Africa, it’s easy for pessimism and despondency to set in. BuildRSA promotes a spirit of patriotism, optimism and determination through sharing opinions and practical, considered solutions to our economic, societal, and political issues.
In the interests of South Africa, BuildRSA will mediate and manage the tone and focus of all discussions.
Users can access BuildRSA by logging onto https://buildrsa.co.za/ and then registering a username.
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