Smart City Innovation for Urban Sustainability

Sustainable waste management & recycling solution

Eco Homes is a startup offering a centralized waste management system in Sierra Leone, featuring smart bins for effective waste monitoring and recycling into eco-bricks and pavers for affordable, low-carbon housing. Our goal is to address Freetown's waste issues stemming from overflowing bins by leveraging smart city technologies and a circular economy model to promote urban sustainability.

JURY STATEMENT

Eco Homes represents a promising prototype for smart waste monitoring. The project demonstrates a clear circular economy approach and shows strong potential for scalable application in addressing urban waste challenges.

WINNER STATEMENT

Winning the IF DESIGN STUDENT AWARD is an incredible honor for us. We are thrilled that our concept has captured the attention of an international audience. This prestigious recognition will continue to boost our visibility and empower youth innovators.

UNIVERSITY

African Leadership University

Kigali, RW

DESIGN

Michael Williams

African Leadership University

Chukwuma Paul

African Leadership University

Kosisochukwu Mokwe

African Leadership University