Sierra Leone Inventor Mohamed Kamara Creates Hydropower Generator from Recycled Materials

July 3, 2024

Sierra Leone's notable inventor, Mohamed Kamara, has successfully developed a hydropower generator using teaspoons and other recycled materials at the University of Ibadan, Nigeria’s first university.

Kamara's innovative efforts have long tackled significant social issues such as waste management. He has previously transformed plastic and old tires into household furniture and construction items like bricks, roofs, and pavement tiles.

Collaborating with the University of Ibadan’s Center for Petroleum, Energy, Economics, and Law, Kamara's hydropower generator, crafted from teaspoons and scrapyard components, marks a significant achievement.

Kamara also engineered a windmill using local resources, effectively generating electricity through wind power. The hydropower generator, with a 2KW capacity, can power 50 rural homes with lighting and electronic devices.

During his time at the university, Kamara entered into a partnership aimed at expanding this project in Nigeria, moving towards commercialization to address energy issues in Nigeria and across Africa.

The project received guidance from Professor Kelleh Manasaray, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Fourah Bay College, and Professor Falode at the University of Ibadan.

Ishaqa S. Jalloh

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