UhuruPixel Wall
Pixel by Pixel, Empowering Futures on TON
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Abstract
The UhuruPixel Wall is a decentralized educational art project built to sustain and expand the mission of the Uhuru Cultural Arts Institute in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — a school dedicated to literacy, arts, and inclusive education for youth of all backgrounds, including orphans, children with disabilities, and underserved students.
In partnership with the TON blockchain ecosystem, the Uhuru PixelWall merges creativity, education, and Web3 participation into one transparent, sustainable digital platform. Each pixel on the wall is a contribution to literacy and freedom — recorded forever on the blockchain.
Our Mission
Founded by Dr. Freesia "Free" Shabazz
The Uhuru Cultural Arts Institute / Uhuru Training Center has operated for over five years in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, providing free and low-cost literacy programs, creative arts training, technology skills, and a safe space for marginalized students.
The word Uhuru means "Freedom" in Swahili — representing our commitment to educational liberation and social transformation through the arts.
At UhuruPixel, we believe that education is freedom. Our mission is to create a sustainable educational ecosystem powered by creativity, blockchain transparency, and community participation.
Through the collective power of our community, we're building more than just a pixel wall—we're building futures. Each pixel represents support for education, literacy, and hope in Tanzania — supporting the next generation of African innovators and creators.
Our Impact
- ✓Computers and internet access for underserved students
- ✓Digital literacy training and mentorship programs
- ✓Sustainable, community-driven funding model
- ✓Transparent, blockchain-powered impact tracking
The Problem
Social Context and Urgency
Tanzania's youth face growing challenges — political unrest, poverty, and limited educational infrastructure. During recent protests and instability, the Uhuru Cultural Arts Institute became a safe haven for young learners, offering not just classes, but stability, hope, and community.
Two major private donors who sustained the center have been lost — one passed away, and another is critically ill. Without new funding, hundreds of students risk losing access to their only educational opportunity.
The Digital Divide
In Tanzania and across Africa, millions of talented young people lack access to computers and internet connectivity. This digital gap severely limits their educational opportunities, career prospects, and ability to participate in the global digital economy.
Unsustainable Funding Models
Traditional charitable funding models are often inconsistent, bureaucratic, and fail to create long-term sustainable impact. One-time donations don't solve systemic problems, and beneficiaries remain dependent on external aid.
Lack of Community Ownership
Most charity initiatives don't give donors ongoing engagement or ownership. Contributors give once and lose connection to the impact they're making, resulting in lower long-term support.
Our Solution
UhuruPixel Wall combines blockchain technology, NFT ownership, and community engagement to create a revolutionary funding model:
Own Your Impact
Purchase pixels on our 100×100 collaborative canvas. Each pixel is a unique NFT on the TON blockchain, giving you verifiable ownership and the ability to customize your contribution.
Direct Funding
10% of every pixel purchase goes directly to the Uhuru Cultural Arts Institute's digital education program—no intermediaries, no overhead, just transparent blockchain transactions.
Community Reserve
50% is held in a smart contract reserve, ensuring long-term sustainability and allowing pixel owners to sell back at any time—creating a liquid, community-owned asset.
Referral Rewards
Earn 5% when you refer others, creating viral growth while rewarding community evangelists who help spread the mission.
Technology Stack
TON Blockchain
Built on The Open Network (TON), chosen for its exceptional speed, low transaction fees, and scalability.
- Instant transactions (~5 seconds)
- Ultra-low gas fees
- TEP-74 NFT standard compliance
- Built-in wallet integration
Smart Contract Architecture
Our pixel NFT contracts are written in FunC, TON's native smart contract language.
- Purchase System: Instant NFT minting
- Update System: Modify pixel metadata
- Sell-Back System: Smart contract buyback
- Auto-Distribution: Transparent fund allocation
Tokenomics & Distribution
Pixel Pricing
per pixel (~$20 USD at current rates)
Fund Distribution
Roadmap
Phase 1: Foundation
- Smart contract development
- Frontend platform launch
- TON wallet integration
- Testnet deployment
Phase 2: Launch
- Mainnet deployment
- Public pixel sales
- First school funding
- Community campaigns
Phase 3: Growth
- DAO governance
- Mobile app
- Partnership expansion
Phase 4: Scale
- Multi-school expansion
- Cross-chain integration
- Global events
Team & Partners
Uhuru Cultural Arts Institute
Founded by Dr. Freesia "Free" Shabazz, the Uhuru Cultural Arts Institute has operated for over five years in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. We partner with organizations including Watoto Kwanza Foundation, WAMATA (supporting children of HIV/AIDS patients), and local youth groups.
The institute provides free literacy programs, creative arts training, technology skills, and a safe space for marginalized and differently-abled students.
Through this project, we're not just providing computers—we're building a sustainable model for community-funded education that outlives traditional donor cycles.
Strategic Partnerships
We are seeking collaborations with:
- •TON Foundation and MemeRepublic
- •Binance Charity for digital literacy support
- •African Blockchain Alliance and EdTech Africa
Join Our Mission
UhuruPixel is more than a project—it's a movement. Every pixel is a statement. Every purchase is an investment in education.