The morigin project

The Morigin Project

Empowering rural communities
through sustainable moringa cultivation.

The Morigin Project leverages the power of Moringa Oleifera to drive social, economic, and environmental transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa. By providing resources, training, and innovative solutions, the initiative enhances nutrition, purifies water, and fosters sustainable development in rural communities.

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Moringa Oleifera

Moringa Oleifera is a fast-growing plant native to the equatorial regions of the world.
It thrives in arid and tropical climates and is widely used for its nutritional, medicinal, and environmental benefits.

The Moringa tree can grow up to 10-12 meters tall under optimal conditions.

Moringa Oleifera seeds contain a cationic protein that acts as a natural coagulant, helping to remove impurities and bacteria, including E. coli, from water.

According to the FAO, Moringa is recognized as a superfood due to the exceptional nutritional value of its seeds, pods, and leaves, which offer numerous health benefits.

Mission 1:
Increase Awareness of the Nutritional and Purification Benefits of Moringa Oleifera

Despite being native and widespread, Moringa Oleifera is underutilized due to limited awareness of its nutritional and purification benefits. This mission aims to raise awareness of its potential to improve health and sustainability.

Mission 2:
Provide Training in Sustainable Agricultural Practices Using Moringa

Recognizing the need for environmentally friendly farming methods, this mission aims to equip local communities with the skills and knowledge to cultivate Moringa and other crops sustainably, improving food security and economic stability.

Mission 3:
Share Knowledge on Moringa-Based Water Purification Techniques

Addressing the critical issue of water contamination, this mission focuses on sharing practical, accessible methods for using Moringa seeds to purify water, empowering communities to improve their access to safe drinking water.

The first prototype of Morigin’s filtration system, using moringa seeds, was tested at the University of Bicocca (Milan), achieving a 98% reduction in E. coli.

Awards

The Morigin Project has been recognized for its innovative approach and impactful work in sustainable development. We are proud to have received several awards that highlight our efforts in improving health, social, and economic conditions through the use of Moringa. These recognitions validate the importance of our mission and inspire us to continue making a positive difference in communities around the world.

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Green Product Award 2023 – Winner of the “Freestyle” category

iF Design Student Award 2024 – Selected among 10,000 projects

Recognition from Lombardy’s Excellence Awards 2023

Giardino Delle Idee x Vanity Fair during Milan Design Week 2024

CREDITS

A project in collaboration with
IED Istituto Europeo di Design
and Associazione Socio-Culturale Sunugal

Team:
Francesca Pedrotti
Teresa Colombo
Alessandro Maggioni