National Third prize winner

Mazingira Na Jamii Afrika

Sustainable solutions for environmental conservation and community empowerment in Kenya

Pitch

At Mazingira Na Jamii Afrika, we tackle environmental and economic challenges by transforming invasive water hyacinth into valuable eco-friendly products like biofuel, organic fertilizer, and animal feed. Our innovative solutions reduce carbon emissions, restore biodiversity, and create sustainable livelihoods for communities living around Lake Victoria. By harnessing this abundant natural resource, we offer cleaner alternatives while addressing pressing issues such as energy insecurity and environmental degradation. Our model promotes a circular economy that protects ecosystems and empowers local communities to become agents of change, driving economic and ecological resilience.

Quick facts

  • 2024 Participant
    Year of participation
  • Sustainable Production Systems
    Theme
  • Kenya
    Country
  • 25
    Teamsize

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Team

  • Name: John Westley Magugu Role: Co-Founder, Name: Paul O Lucas Role: Project And Fund Manager, Name: Edikite Ochieng Role: Production Lead, Name: Zephaniah Awiti Role: Product Research And Development Technologist, Name: Said Abdulaziz Role: Technical Expert, Name: Neliah Moraa Role: Marketing Manager, Name: Michael Njoroge Role: Sales Manager
  • mazingiranajamii.org/

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