DODOMA, July 24 -- UNIVERSITY of Dodoma (UDOM) students have combined scientific research with entrepreneurial innovation to develop natural, chemical free oil for skin and hair care, made from grape residue waste typically discarded after wine and juice production.

A representative from UDOMs College of Health Sciences and Engineering, Mr Uswege Mwangoge told the Daily News that the idea stemmed from a study observing the indiscriminate dumping of grape by-products, which contributes to environmental pollution.

“Our students saw an opportunity in this challenge. Through research, we discovered that grape residue is rich in nutrients that can be used to formulate high-quality natural oil for both hair and skin,” Mr Mwangoge ...