180-Day National Proof Phase

SAT-ID is introduced through a controlled, reversible proof phase. At Day 180: scale, pause, or stop—based on evidence, not promises.

Proof Phase Timeline

Days 1–30

Establish SAT-ID Trust Authority

  • Confirm governance and oversight
  • Finalize standards and architecture
Days 31–90

Integrate with pilot ministries

  • Integrate with up to 3 pilot ministries
  • Register Human (H) identities
  • Enable limited HA agents
Days 91–180

Measure & evaluate

  • Measure performance
  • Conduct independent audits
  • Document savings, risks, and outcomes

Funding Logic

Initial Ask: USD $6–9 million for 180 days

Covers: governance setup, core infrastructure, security and audit, pilot ministry integrations, independent evaluation.

This fits within digital transformation budgets, governance modernization funds, and donor co-financing frameworks.

Why SAT-ID Is Donor-Safe

  • Reduces fraud and duplication
  • Improves service delivery
  • Strengthens institutional trust
  • Is standards-based and auditable
  • Avoids vendor lock-in

SAT-ID does not fund consumption—it funds capability.

African Development Bank (AfDB) Alignment

The African Development Bank supports digital public infrastructure, governance reform, regional interoperability, and responsible AI adoption.

SAT-ID aligns with AfDB priorities

  • Institutional capacity building
  • Digital trust
  • Cross-sector enablement

Typical AfDB support

USD $5M – $50M, phased. Requires government sponsorship. Submitted via Ministry of Finance / Planning.