A 25-year-old youth from Mzimba District has discovered a unique way to make homemade glue from cassava flour.
Anthony Botha, a resident of Mzimba, revealed that he stumbled upon the idea of using cassava flour to make glue after experimenting with different ingredients.
“I mixed cassava flour with warm water and a pinch of salt, and then heated the mixture until it thickened and turned clear. To my surprise, the mixture formed a strong adhesive that can be used to paste paper together or on walls,” explained Botha.
Botha’s homemade glue recipe involves mixing one part cassava flour with a small amount of warm water, adding a pinch of salt for preservation and then heating the mixture until it thickens.
The young innovator believes that his discovery could provide a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to other types of glues.
“I’m excited to share my discovery with others and hope that it can make a positive impact on our community,” said Botha.
Ellen Zulanga, a chemistry teacher at Kasungu Private Secondary School praised Botha’s innovation, saying that using cassava flour as a base for homemade glue is a clever idea.
“Cassava flour is a readily available and inexpensive material, making it ideal cfor homemade glue production,” said Zulanga.
Botha’s homemade glue is currently being stored in plastic containers for future use and he estimates that it can last for several months.
As a young entrepreneur, Botha is eager to explore the potential of his homemade glue and is open to collaborating with others to develop and market his product.
