Edson Francisco

Full Portfolio

Projects & Initiatives

All software platforms, civic tech applications, and digital transformation projects built and led by Edson Francisco.

Software

Software Projects

Enabel Belgian Development Agency – Beneficiário: FUNAE
Institutional Platform / GovTechProgrammer & Technical Lead

FUNAE – Plataforma de Mecanismo de Queixas e Reclamações (GRM)

Technical leadership in the design and development of the GRM platform for registering and monitoring submissions (Grievances, Suggestions, or Complaints) for the Mozambique Energy Fund (FUNAE). Clean code architecture, CI/CD pipeline, and advanced Automatic Assignment Algorithms for optimized workload distribution.

LaravelPHPMySQLCI/CD
2025–2026
HRTech / Operational AutomationSolution Architect & Developer

Sistema de Presenças com QR Code

Attendance control system designed to replace manual registers with a digital flow based on ID cards and smartphone scanning. The solution enabled real-time check-ins, reduced operational errors, and improved traceability for management and HR teams.

QR CodeMobile ScanningBackend APIsMySQL
2024–2025
GIZ, NIRAS, COMO Consult, Enabel
AgriTech PlatformCo-Founder · CTO & CPO · Lead Developer · Consultant · Trainer · Implementer

FAMS – Farmers and Agent Management System

Co-founder and Chief Technology & Product Officer of FAMS. I lead the technical architecture, product roadmap, and direct field implementation across 9+ agribusiness companies in 5 Mozambican provinces, in partnership with GIZ, NIRAS, and COMO Consult. From core backend engineering to on-site user training — full end-to-end ownership.

LaravelPHPMySQLCloud
2021 – Present
Woord en Daad, Mozilla IRL Fund, African Union Civic Tech Fund 2.0
CivicTech / Access to JusticeTech Team Lead & Co-creator

JURIS – Plataforma de Lei e Direitos

Civic education app co-created by EQUIP Mozambique in partnership with AMAC to present Mozambican law in simplified language (text, images, and audio), connected to a complaints mechanism for injustice and corruption, with 20,000+ downloads. Partnership and training with the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau and the Provincial Bureau of Sofala. Beneficiary of the African Union Civic Tech Fund 2.0.

Mobile AppWebsiteGraphQL APIGoogle Data Studio
2019–Present
HealthTech / MedTechDeveloper

DoaMoz – Sistema de Gestão de Dadores de Sangue

Digital blood donor management platform for Mozambique, comprising a mobile app (Flutter) for donor and technician workflows, and a backend API (Laravel/PHP) for central data management. The system aims to connect blood donors with national blood demand.

FlutterDartLaravelPHP
GovTech / Data & AnalyticsSystem Developer & Data Analyst

Sistema de Acesso e Analytics para Bibliotecas

Data-driven platform to monitor library usage, user profiles, and visit patterns. The system turned fragmented records into actionable intelligence, supporting management decisions, service planning, and institutional expansion strategy.

Data AnalyticsDashboardingReportingDatabase Design
2023–2024
ECO-MICAIA, Doar Para Transformar
SocialTech / Community PlatformIT Tech Lead & Co-creator

KUKURA – Plataforma Digital para Organizações Comunitárias

Mobile and web platform supporting Mozambican community-based organizations to formalize processes, manage data, and improve operations. Evolved from MVP (2023) to a scalable production-ready solution (2024), with official launch in June 2025.

Mobile AppWeb PlatformData ManagementCommunity Tech
2023–2025 (Launch: June 2025)
Digital Mission InitiativeTechnology Coordinator & Platform Manager

Fonte da Vida – Distribuição Digital da Bíblia

Omnichannel platform that enabled over 80,000 Portuguese-speaking Africans to receive the Bible on their phones via app, web, SMS, and WhatsApp, while supporting remote pastoral follow-up.

MobileProgressive Web AppSMSWhatsApp API
2020 – Present
Disaster ResponseSolutions Architect & Technology Coordinator

Aidai – Plataforma de Informação de Emergência

Multichannel platform launched after Cyclone Idai to broadcast alerts, maps, and critical guidance to over 10,000 affected people, bridging humanitarian teams and communities.

Emergency CommunicationsSMSWebRadio
March 2019 – December 2019
Government PortalWebmaster & Infrastructure Lead

Município do Dondo – Portal Oficial

Institutional website developed, hosted, and operated since 2019, providing news, municipal services, forms, and content management under defined SLAs.

WordPressHostingSecurity MonitoringContent Governance
2019 – 2026
RestaurantTech / SaaSTechnical Lead & Product Co-creator

Manna Software – Sistema para Restaurantes

Robust restaurant management platform with digital menu, order control per table, dynamic promotions, multi-restaurant administration, and QR Code integration. Led development team, defined product roadmap, validated technical architecture (PHP/Laravel), and represented the company at strategic events.

PHPLaravelREST APIsBackend Architecture
Apr 2025 – Feb 2026
Commercial WebsiteProduct Owner & Full-Stack Developer

Casa Msika – Portal Turístico

Responsive website for Casa Msika resort, combining visual storytelling, multilingual content, and lead capture forms for enquiries and bookings.

Next.jsTailwind CSSForm IntegrationsSEO
Associação Empoderando Moçambique
HealthTech / Civic AppDeveloper

Consultare – App de Primeiros Socorros

Cross-platform mobile (Android and iOS) and web application providing first aid information for common domestic emergencies, developed by a team of Mozambican doctors. Freely available, works offline, and uses accessible language for any user.

AndroidiOSMobile AppWeb App
2019 – 2024
E-learningEdTechWebMozambique
EdTech / E-learning PlatformTechnology Supervisor — Guidance & Feedback

Learning Wisdom

Online learning platform built to deliver educational content in an accessible, structured format. My involvement was as technology department supervisor, providing technical support and strategic feedback to the development team.

E-learningEdTechWebMozambique
Community TechWebMozambique
CommunityTech / Digital PlatformTechnology Supervisor — Guidance & Feedback

Fonte da Vida

Digitalisation project for a religious and community organisation in Mozambique. My involvement was as technology department supervisor, providing technical guidance, oversight, and feedback to the development team throughout the project.

Community TechWebMozambique
IONICLaravelREST APIMapsWeb Development
MobilityTech / Interactive MapContributor — Feature Development & API Integration

Abastece

Web platform mapping fuel stations across Mozambique, with filters by province, brand, and available services. Contributed by programming specific website features and integrating the project's API to connect the frontend with real-time data.

IONICLaravelREST APIMaps
GovTech / Institutional Platform (Concept)Solutions Architect & Developer

Sistema de Gestão de Membros – Conceito Frelimo

Digital platform concept for centralised political party membership management, featuring member profiles, hierarchical structure, digital card issuance, and participation reports. Developed as a technical proposal with functional mockups.

Web AppMobileBackend APIsDatabase Design

Consulting

Consulting & Implementation

Web PlatformsIntegrated SystemsTraining & Capacity BuildingDigital InfrastructureGovTech
FUNAE – Fundo de Energia de Moçambique
Technical Training / GovTechTechnical Consultant & Trainer

FUNAE – Capacitação em Gestão de Sistemas e Plataformas Web

Technical training programme delivered by TechSolutions for FUNAE staff, focused on autonomous management of web platforms, integrated systems, and institutional digital infrastructure. The programme ensured internal team autonomy in maintaining and safeguarding the Fund's digital infrastructure.

Web PlatformsIntegrated SystemsTraining & Capacity BuildingDigital Infrastructure
Nov 2025 – Apr 2026
GIZ, NIRAS
Digitalization Consultancy: National Short-Term Expert (STE) for Digitalization — Pool 4Consultant · Trainer · Field Implementer · FAMS Technical Lead

VaMoz Competir – GIZ / NIRAS

Acted as Consultant, Trainer, Field Implementer, and FAMS Technical Lead on the VaMoz Competir project (GIZ/NIRAS), leading FAMS implementation across 6 new companies in Nampula, Niassa, Zambézia, Sofala, and Manica. Collaborating with NIRAS on behalf of GIZ (October 2025 – July 2026), leading the digitalization component. Formal contract as National STE for Digitalization (NIRAS/GIZ) — October 2025 to July 2026.

FAMSSystem ConfigurationTrainingField Support
October 2025 – July 2026
HRTech / Enterprise IntegrationImplementation Lead

Sistema de Gestão de Ausências (Absentify + Microsoft Teams)

Implementation and customization of an absence management solution integrated with Microsoft Teams to centralize leave requests, approvals, and availability visibility. The project improved team coordination, reduced administrative friction, and increased transparency in HR processes.

AbsentifyMicrosoft TeamsWorkflow AutomationHR Systems
GIZ, COMO Consult
ICT & AgriTech ConsultingConsultant · Trainer · Field Implementer · FAMS Technical Lead

ProEcon – GIZ / COMO Consult

Acted as Consultant, Trainer, Field Implementer, and FAMS Technical Lead while leading adoption and implementation of digital solutions across 8 agribusiness companies. Delivered customised FAMS modules with full agile delivery ownership. Formal contract as National STE for Digitalization (NIRAS/GIZ) — October 2025 to July 2026.

FAMSLaravelPHPMySQL
2023–2024
GovTechMobile ProductApp StoreGoogle PlayDigital Payments
E.Acacia · Município de Maputo
Digital Product Consulting / GovTechSolutions Architect · Product Delivery Lead · Technical Advisor

E.Acacia – Solução de Pagamento de Taxas Municipais

Architecture and technical delivery consulting for a municipal tax payment solution, leading functional design, roadmap coordination, and App Store/Google Play submission for Maputo City Council.

GovTechMobile ProductApp StoreGoogle Play
2025 – 2026
HealthTechDigital HealthMobile AppInstitutional Validation
MISAU · Associação Empoderando Moçambique
HealthTech / Institutional Technical ConsultingTechnical Advisor · Digital Health Consultant

MISAU – Aprovação Institucional da App Consultare

Technical consulting across the development and validation lifecycle of the Consultare application, officially approved by Mozambique's Ministry of Health (MISAU) for public distribution.

HealthTechDigital HealthMobile AppInstitutional Validation
2019 – 2024
FAMSMobile AppField TrainingSystem ConfigurationCOPRA
AgriTech / FAMS ImplementationTechnical Implementer & Trainer

Moz Agri LDA – Implementação FAMS

On-site FAMS implementation mission for Moz Agri, LDA, in Chuala/Bárue (Manica), covering 5 days of training, configuration, and system validation in real-world settings: office, field, factory, and slaughterhouse. COPRA value chain with 450–600 producers in the database.

FAMSMobile AppField TrainingSystem Configuration
Jan 2026
FAMSMobile AppGIS/GPSBatch TraceabilityAgriTech
AgriTech / Value ChainSolution Architect & FAMS Implementer

ECOMOZ – FAMS para Processamento de Copra e Exportação

FAMS implementation for ECOMOZ covering the full operational workflow for copra oil production and export management: from producer registration in the field to final product exportation, with batch traceability, quality control, and field-factory integration.

FAMSMobile AppGIS/GPSBatch Traceability
Web PlatformPHPLaravelMySQLAgile
Digital Platform / ConsultancyDeveloper & Technical Consultant

Djobar – Plataforma Digital

Digital platform developed as a consulting engagement for TechSolutions, with agile delivery and focus on technical quality. Project completed within defined timelines and budget.

Web PlatformPHPLaravelMySQL
2022 – 2023
Freelance Technical Consultant

Hospitality Network Infrastructure

Internet, Wi-Fi, Starlink, and network infrastructure deployment projects for hospitality units and private clients.

Bella VillaGarden HotelHotel Ananga
View deployment
Technical Implementation Lead

FAMS – Implementation for Thandizana

Handled data structuring, import preparation, functional configuration, training, and post-implementation support.

Thandizana
View deployment

Initiatives

Other Products & Initiatives

Mobile AppOffline-firstClinical ProtocolsHealthTechAndroid
HealthTech / Medical PlatformCo-creator & Developer

SEMMO – Guia de Urgência Obstétrica

Digital application for healthcare professionals centralizing obstetric clinical protocols and guiding teams through critical childbirth operations. Built for resource-limited environments, prioritizing fast access and simplicity in emergency situations.

Mobile AppOffline-firstClinical ProtocolsHealthTech
2021 – Present
Web PlatformMobileContent ManagementDigital MediaCulturalTech
CulturalTech / Digital PlatformCo-creator & Developer

KULTUARE – Plataforma de Cultura Moçambicana

Digital platform for celebrating, preserving, and sharing Mozambican cultural content. Connects local creators with national and international audiences, promoting cultural identity through modern digital formats.

Web PlatformMobileContent ManagementDigital Media
2021 – Present
Mobile AppWeb PlatformREST APIsHealthTechDatabase Design
HealthTech / Integrated PlatformCo-creator & Developer

H-Link – Solução Digital de Saúde

Integrated digital health solution developed to improve coordination between healthcare professionals, patients, and hospital management systems in Mozambique.

Mobile AppWeb PlatformREST APIsHealthTech
2022 – Present
Web AppMobileDatabase DesignPHPMySQL
EdTech / School ManagementDeveloper & Solution Architect

Start Escolar – Sistema de Gestão Escolar

School management system developed for Mozambican schools, covering student records, grades, fee payments, and attendance control. Simplifies school administration and improves communication with parents and guardians.

Web AppMobileDatabase DesignPHP
2020 – Present
Mobile AppQR CodeBarcodeAndroidAttendance Tracking
HRTech / Attendance ControlDeveloper

CPRES – Controlo de Presenças por QR/Barcode

Mobile app for student and employee attendance control using Barcode and QR-Code scanning. Replaced manual registers with a fast digital workflow, providing real-time history and automatic reports.

Mobile AppQR CodeBarcodeAndroid
2020 – 2022
AndroidiOSHybrid AppAccessibilitySign Language
Accessibility / CivicTechCo-creator & Developer

Kukanela – App de Comunicação em Língua Gestual

Hybrid application (Android and iOS) developed to facilitate communication between hearing people and those with hearing disabilities who use Mozambican sign language. Focused on social inclusion and digital accessibility.

AndroidiOSHybrid AppAccessibility
2021 – Present
Web AppMobileREST APIsSocialTechAgile
SocialTech / Donation PlatformCo-creator & Developer

DONANTE – Plataforma de Doações

Donation platform MVP developed at the 2nd #HACK Indigitous Beira Hackathon (2nd place). Connects donors to credible institutions for allocation of contributions to real, verified needs in Mozambican communities.

Web AppMobileREST APIsSocialTech
Nov 2021
Mobile AppSMSWeb AppMissionTechAndroid
MissionTech / Digital CommunicationCo-creator & Developer

C-YANGA – App de Informação para Igrejas

App for fast sharing of church information in digital format, with SMS integration. Winner of the 1st #HACK Indigitous Beira Hackathon (1st place — Best Technology and Innovation, October 2020).

Mobile AppSMSWeb AppMissionTech
Oct 2020