ABSTRACT
The primary objective of this study is to identify the most appropriate herbal plants for the removal of contaminants from water and also to develop a water treatment kit at an affordable cost for the society. Moringa Oleifera was chosen for this study, the effectiveness of these herbs in the removal of fluoride from water shows that Moringa Oleifera is economically viable, physically feasible and socially acceptable. Moringa Oleifera seed is an organic material that has proven effectiveness in treating water and successfully adopted for use in developing countries (Sutherland et al., 1989; Amagloh et al., 2009). The heavy metals and chemical contaminants are effectively removed by this fruit.
