MIRACLE MOSQUITO NETS

The video discusses the transformation of a small textile factory in Arusha into a large manufacturing complex producing mosquito nets. It highlights the introduction of a revolutionary long-lasting mosquito net, developed through a partnership between Tanzanian company A-Z and Japanese company Sumitomo. The collaboration, under the UN's rollback malaria program, led to the first factory in Africa producing these nets. The video emphasizes the benefits of local production, including employment and malaria prevention, and outlines future plans for sustainable growth and expansion into other African countries.

What was the primary reason for the expansion of the textile factory in Arusha?

• Competition from other factories

• Government incentives

• Regional programs increasing demand

• Local demand for mosquito nets

What makes the Ali said mosquito nets different from conventional nets?

• They are available in multiple colors

• Insecticide is incorporated within the fibers

• They are made of cotton

• They are cheaper to produce

How did the collaboration between A-Z and Sumitomo benefit the production of mosquito nets?

• It reduced production costs significantly

• It combined free technology transfer with local expertise

• It allowed for the import of cheaper materials

• It introduced a new marketing strategy

Who are the main clients of A-Z's mosquito nets?

• Local hospitals

• International donors like UNICEF

• Private retailers

• African governments

What future plans does A-Z have to ensure business sustainability?

• Reducing the quality of nets to cut costs

• Engaging with the private sector and setting up satellite plants

• Focusing solely on local markets

• Increasing prices of mosquito nets