Ntaka Charcoal Briquettes

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  Our storage for raw materials and ready products

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  Raw materials from wood waste(sawdust)

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  Process involved in the charcoal briquettes making

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  The research on the viability of the raw materials

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  Prototype of Charcoal briquettes

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  Sample of our products ready for market

Inspiration

Being an environmentalist I have been on the verge to save our planet from heaps of waste. Creation of employment to fellow youths is a great inspiration to purse the venture.

What it does

This is a renewable source of fuel energy that can be utilized both commercial and domestic, locally and internationally. The project will also be able to offer waste collection and disposal services.

How I built it

I have done several research towards waste management and also worked in the sector for three years. From this point I have understood that some of us need to embrace little projects to help the government in saving our environment and neighborhoods spaces. During the end of 2019 I was able to get some funding that enable me create a prototype and also test the feasibility of the product and waste collection services.

Challenges I ran into

Developing the business plan, capital to launch and operate the venture effectively. Marketing of the business has been limited by little resources to advertise the products to potential customers.

Accomplishments that I'm proud of

The Vihiga Waste management model, is one of my greatest inventions in incorporating modern ways of management. I have been able to implement organic fertilizer creation from municipal waste which has been of great help to local farming. Coming up with a comprehensive business plan for the venture.

What I learned

For one to be able to venture into business, you must consider having few aspects to cover hence enables reinventing and improvements on the service/product. Creation of an effective waste management model will engage more youths into employment hence acquiring a source of livelihood.

What's next for Ntaka Briquettes Charcoal

During this covid 19 pandemic I have been lobbying for investors to come on board so as to help realise the dream of having sustainable fuel energy products. I have gained knowledge on the ebusiness which will aid into catapulting Ntaka to the online market interface.