Our Team

Meet Mama Taka Taka, as the local kids call her, KiSwahili for Mama Rubbish. The visionary behind recycle@OZTI. Her dedication to creating positive change serves as an inspiration to the team. She's ready to take a step back and let the team soar to new heights. Having imparted all her knowledge to the team, she trusts in their ability to excel and continuously enhance the current production line. Now, she's eager to shift her focus towards what lies ahead for the project.

Our RecyKing, who has been part of the team for six years and shines like a gem! A masterful carpenter, he embodies passion, diligence, and creativity in all that he does. He takes immense pride in his work, knowing that he contributes to the cleanliness of Zanzibar. Above all, he finds joy in knowing that his creations support education, empowerment programs, and employment opportunities for individuals like himself within our community.

A dedicated team member for the past two years. She plays a crucial role in our education program, social media management, marketing, sales, and website content creation. Fatma's dedication shines through in her passion for environmental protection. Her commitment extends to our education initiatives. She firmly believes in educating the next generation of Zanzibar about caring for the environment and their crucial role in preserving our planet for the future.

Also, Recyking & skilled carpenter who joined Mohammed and the team in late 2021. With his experience, he's always striving to innovate and create new products. Ali takes great pride in contributing to our mission of combating plastic pollution on our island. For him, it's not just about showcasing his skills; it's also about securing a stable income. He strongly believes that our combined efforts will make a lasting impact for our children and future generations.

Our very first lady in the workshop, a talented tailor we met during the COVID-19 pandemic when we were crafting reusable face masks for our community. Recognizing her potential, we invited her to join our team. With access to the right resources, Harriet quickly developed a passion for power tools, trading her sewing machine for a table saw. Inspired to learn, she has immersed herself in understanding plastics and recycling on a broader scale.

OZTI East Africa has been instrumental in our journey to fulfill the corporate social responsibility initiative by supporting our project from its inception. The technical support team plays a vital role in troubleshooting and maintaining our equipment, ensuring smooth operations at every turn. Additionally, the office support team works closely with us to supervise our accounts and collaborates to address any challenges that may arise.