2-Way SMS solution for communication between Park management and Communities

Looking for Ideas on buidling a 2-Way SMS solution that will create communication between communities outside par area and the park staff.

Which is the best way and approach to create such a solution?




Hi Damian, I'm not an expert in such things, but from my experience, the more you can leverage the tools people are already using, the better.  My understanding is that Whats App is the fastest growing SNS messaging app in Africa.  I don't know how many people in your area have access to that or not.  But you can set up groups.  If you want a higher level of security for the communication (maybe so people can report where rhinos are, for example, without that information being transmitted in the open), you might want to look into an app called Signal.  I have to admit, I haven't used either one (I avoid SNS)... but these approaches might be more efficient than just sending or receiving simple text messages.

Hello Drue,

Thank you for your feedback. This is very helpful. I'll do my research on the signal application to see if it can be of help to us. I already am thinking of developing an application for the same. What are your thoughts? Is there a community of guys who can assist me in building this?

If you happen to get any more ideas, I will apreciate. You can reach me on the below email address.

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Regards,

Damian