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A home-run service that shares a fast internet line wirelessly with about 50 nearby homes for a low monthly fee, where local rules allow it.
Where it fits:SyriaYemenThe GambiaNigeriaTürkiyeMoroccoIndonesia
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A home-run service that shares a fast internet line wirelessly with about 50 nearby homes for a low monthly fee, where local rules allow it.
Where it fits:SyriaYemenThe GambiaNigeriaTürkiyeMoroccoIndonesia
Everyone, including older people, needs the internet to keep in touch, follow the news and study. Not every family can pay for a private line, which can cost $15 a month or more, so many join a shared local network that gives good service for much less.
The owner subscribes to one or two high-speed lines, mounts a strong wireless transmitter on the roof and manages subscribers with software that sets each one's speed and data allowance. Each subscriber puts a small receiver (access point) at home. The owner earns a steady monthly income while working from home.
Important: in many countries reselling or redistributing internet access needs a licence from the telecoms regulator or an agreement with the provider, and home contracts often forbid it. Check the legal position first, and where possible work as an authorised reseller of a licensed provider.
A good reputation in the neighbourhood brings most new subscribers, so fast, friendly service matters as much as price.
The original study assumes a small network serving about 50 subscribers within roughly 5 × 5 km, more or less depending on terrain and equipment.
The real number of subscribers depends on the speed of the main line and the power of the transmitter. The network can grow with an extra line and more relay equipment.
Distributing or reselling internet access is regulated in most countries. Before starting, check with the telecoms regulator, your internet provider, the municipality and the trade registry whether the activity is allowed and on what terms, including rules for roof antennas. Where possible, choose a business-grade line that permits sharing, or work as an authorised reseller of a licensed provider.
| Equipment | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot management router or computer with management software | 1 | Free management software exists; ≈ $100–400 (estimate) |
| Outdoor wireless transmitter (sector or omni antenna) | 1–3 | Choose good quality even if dearer; ≈ $150–600 (estimate) |
| Point-to-point link pair for distant areas | 1–2 pairs | If needed; ≈ $100–300 (estimate) |
| PoE network switch | 1 | ≈ $40–100 (estimate) |
| Outdoor cables, connectors, mounting kit and poles | 1 set | ≈ $100–200 (estimate) |
| UPS or battery with small solar panels | 1 | Essential where power cuts are common; ≈ $150–600 (estimate) |
| Crimping tool and cable tester | 1 set | ≈ $20–50 (estimate) |
| Subscriber receivers (access points) | 1 per home | Usually bought by each subscriber; ≈ $25–60 each (estimate) |
Hotspot management router or computer with management software
Quantity: 1
Free management software exists; ≈ $100–400 (estimate)
Outdoor wireless transmitter (sector or omni antenna)
Quantity: 1–3
Choose good quality even if dearer; ≈ $150–600 (estimate)
Point-to-point link pair for distant areas
Quantity: 1–2 pairs
If needed; ≈ $100–300 (estimate)
PoE network switch
Quantity: 1
≈ $40–100 (estimate)
Outdoor cables, connectors, mounting kit and poles
Quantity: 1 set
≈ $100–200 (estimate)
UPS or battery with small solar panels
Quantity: 1
Essential where power cuts are common; ≈ $150–600 (estimate)
Crimping tool and cable tester
Quantity: 1 set
≈ $20–50 (estimate)
Subscriber receivers (access points)
Quantity: 1 per home
Source: Internet service provider
Cost: $30–150 a month per line (estimate)
Prefer a business plan that allows sharing
Source: Grid or solar
Cost: $10–30 a month (estimate)
Must be continuous
Source: Network equipment dealers
Cost: $10–20 a month (estimate)
For upkeep and repairs
İktifa buys the equipment in the owner's name and presence, up to about $2,000. No cash changes hands.
The project starts working before any repayment, with mentoring through the first year.
Instalments follow a schedule agreed with the owner, based on the feasibility study.
Repayments, and 15% of profits to the local fund, equip the next skilled person.
Exact amounts and schedules are agreed for each project after the feasibility study.
Find out whether internet distribution is allowed, and agree with a provider or obtain the needed licence.
Count interested homes, check distances and obstacles between buildings, and note what people pay now.
Get one or two high-speed lines, preferably a business plan that allows sharing.
Mount the transmitter on the roof and connect it to the management router or computer, with help from a network technician.
Create subscriber accounts and set the speed and data allowance for each package.
Install receivers at subscribers' homes and aim them for the best signal.
Collect monthly fees, preferably prepaid, and fix faults and complaints quickly.
Add a line and relay equipment as subscriber numbers grow.
Applicable countries
Local neighbourhood networks are common and in demand; work only with a licence or a licensed provider.
Strong demand where fixed internet is weak; check licensing and plan for power cuts.
Most people use mobile internet; demand and licensing need study.
Mobile data dominates; demand and licensing need study.
Home internet is widely available and unlicensed redistribution is generally not allowed.
Home internet is available and redistribution usually needs a licence.
Possible in some rural areas, but licensing must be checked first.
Use this project model as the basis of your in-kind support application. Adapt it to your local market and capacity.
Everyone, including older people, needs the internet to keep in touch, follow the news and study. Not every family can pay for a private line, which can cost $15 a month or more, so many join a shared local network that gives good service for much less.
The owner subscribes to one or two high-speed lines, mounts a strong wireless transmitter on the roof and manages subscribers with software that sets each one's speed and data allowance. Each subscriber puts a small receiver (access point) at home. The owner earns a steady monthly income while working from home.
Important: in many countries reselling or redistributing internet access needs a licence from the telecoms regulator or an agreement with the provider, and home contracts often forbid it. Check the legal position first, and where possible work as an authorised reseller of a licensed provider.
A good reputation in the neighbourhood brings most new subscribers, so fast, friendly service matters as much as price.
The original study assumes a small network serving about 50 subscribers within roughly 5 × 5 km, more or less depending on terrain and equipment.
The real number of subscribers depends on the speed of the main line and the power of the transmitter. The network can grow with an extra line and more relay equipment.
Distributing or reselling internet access is regulated in most countries. Before starting, check with the telecoms regulator, your internet provider, the municipality and the trade registry whether the activity is allowed and on what terms, including rules for roof antennas. Where possible, choose a business-grade line that permits sharing, or work as an authorised reseller of a licensed provider.
| Equipment | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot management router or computer with management software | 1 | Free management software exists; ≈ $100–400 (estimate) |
| Outdoor wireless transmitter (sector or omni antenna) | 1–3 | Choose good quality even if dearer; ≈ $150–600 (estimate) |
| Point-to-point link pair for distant areas | 1–2 pairs | If needed; ≈ $100–300 (estimate) |
| PoE network switch | 1 | ≈ $40–100 (estimate) |
| Outdoor cables, connectors, mounting kit and poles | 1 set | ≈ $100–200 (estimate) |
| UPS or battery with small solar panels | 1 | Essential where power cuts are common; ≈ $150–600 (estimate) |
| Crimping tool and cable tester | 1 set | ≈ $20–50 (estimate) |
| Subscriber receivers (access points) | 1 per home | Usually bought by each subscriber; ≈ $25–60 each (estimate) |
Hotspot management router or computer with management software
Quantity: 1
Free management software exists; ≈ $100–400 (estimate)
Outdoor wireless transmitter (sector or omni antenna)
Quantity: 1–3
Choose good quality even if dearer; ≈ $150–600 (estimate)
Point-to-point link pair for distant areas
Quantity: 1–2 pairs
If needed; ≈ $100–300 (estimate)
PoE network switch
Quantity: 1
≈ $40–100 (estimate)
Outdoor cables, connectors, mounting kit and poles
Quantity: 1 set
≈ $100–200 (estimate)
UPS or battery with small solar panels
Quantity: 1
Essential where power cuts are common; ≈ $150–600 (estimate)
Crimping tool and cable tester
Quantity: 1 set
≈ $20–50 (estimate)
Subscriber receivers (access points)
Quantity: 1 per home
Source: Internet service provider
Cost: $30–150 a month per line (estimate)
Prefer a business plan that allows sharing
Source: Grid or solar
Cost: $10–30 a month (estimate)
Must be continuous
Source: Network equipment dealers
Cost: $10–20 a month (estimate)
For upkeep and repairs
İktifa buys the equipment in the owner's name and presence, up to about $2,000. No cash changes hands.
The project starts working before any repayment, with mentoring through the first year.
Instalments follow a schedule agreed with the owner, based on the feasibility study.
Repayments, and 15% of profits to the local fund, equip the next skilled person.
Exact amounts and schedules are agreed for each project after the feasibility study.
Find out whether internet distribution is allowed, and agree with a provider or obtain the needed licence.
Count interested homes, check distances and obstacles between buildings, and note what people pay now.
Get one or two high-speed lines, preferably a business plan that allows sharing.
Mount the transmitter on the roof and connect it to the management router or computer, with help from a network technician.
Create subscriber accounts and set the speed and data allowance for each package.
Install receivers at subscribers' homes and aim them for the best signal.
Collect monthly fees, preferably prepaid, and fix faults and complaints quickly.
Add a line and relay equipment as subscriber numbers grow.
Applicable countries
Local neighbourhood networks are common and in demand; work only with a licence or a licensed provider.
Strong demand where fixed internet is weak; check licensing and plan for power cuts.
Most people use mobile internet; demand and licensing need study.
Mobile data dominates; demand and licensing need study.
Home internet is widely available and unlicensed redistribution is generally not allowed.
Home internet is available and redistribution usually needs a licence.
Possible in some rural areas, but licensing must be checked first.
Use this project model as the basis of your in-kind support application. Adapt it to your local market and capacity.
Usually bought by each subscriber; ≈ $25–60 each (estimate)
Usually bought by each subscriber; ≈ $25–60 each (estimate)
Syria
Yemen
The Gambia
Nigeria
Türkiye
Morocco
Indonesia