In late January, we had the distinct pleasure of hosting Repello SA CEO, Basil Wood. He flew in to Masindi to meet the board of directors and start discussions on the potential of forming a working partnership.
Repello SA specializes in all-natural, non-toxic insect repellants. Repello saw an opportunity to partner with UMPG as a supplier of some the ingredients used in their product development. Of particular interest to Mr. Wood was UMPG’s moringa oil and powder. Additionally, Basil espoused to the board about the medicinal benefits of the neem plant, central to many of Repello’s all-natural product formulations.
Mr. Wood toured two small-holder moringa farms that supply product to UMPG, where the above video was filmed. Afterwards, Mr. Wood made a presentation in which he demonstrated the efficacy of Repello’s barrier spray, capable of keeping a household mosquito-free for up to 30 days. Mr. Wood’s demonstration was witnessed by members of UMPG board of directors, various Masindi city council dignitaries, and members of the press.
UMPG is in the planning stages of piloting the barrier spray in Masindi later this year once various certifications for legal use have been granted. The barrier spray, which will be branded under the Mozzix brand will be available exclusively through UMPG later this year. The product will be mainly targeted at malaria prevention through regular domestic spraying. More information on this product is forth-coming in the coming months.
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