Academic City University College has organised a beach cleanup at Sakumono Mighty Beach over the weekend.
This forms part of activities commemorating five years of providing premium STEAM- and entrepreneurship-focused tertiary education in Ghana and across the continent.
The exercise was inspired by Academic City's desire to promote environmental consciousness and sustainable culture in an effort to have a positive impact beyond the confines of the lecture halls.
Students, staff, and local volunteers from McKingtorch Africa, Witties Ghana, Satguru, Wafflemania, Souvenirs and More, and other environmental-focused organisations participated in the initiative.
Participants worked tirelessly to collect recyclable waste dumped by storm drains at the base of the Aburi mountain and flood waters from the city.
The collection of plastic bottles, discarded footwear, refrigerator forms, and various other materials demonstrated a concerted effort to address the urgent problem of environmental degradation.
It is important to note that the Technology and Entrepreneurship Centre (TEC) of Academic City, in partnership with McKingtorch Africa, will ensure that the collected waste materials are transformed into products that can be reintegrated into the local economy.
Speaking at the event, Nelly Agyemang Gyamfi, Director of Marketing and Communications at Academic City expressed her gratitude to everyone who participated and supported the exercise.
"Academic City University is more than a school; it is a place for positive change. We believe that by caring for our environment today, we are laying the groundwork for a brighter, more sustainable future," she added.
The Manager of Academic City’s Technology and Entrepreneur Centre, Makafui Awuku said, "Our mission at TEC is to bridge the gap between technology, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.
"By transforming waste into usable, eco-friendly products, we are not only supporting environmental conservation but also promoting a circular economy."
The exercise also served as a prelude to the upcoming World Cleanup Day scheduled for September 16.
Academic City University's participation in this global movement demonstrates its dedication to the larger mission of preserving our planet for future generations.
Latest Stories
-
AYA Institute advocates gender-responsive media as Ghana hosts 3rd African Media Convention
10 mins -
CAA II seniors to serve as Paris Olympics qualifier – Bawah Fuseini
27 mins -
Dr Bawumia’s vision will transform Ghana – Volta NPP Chair
44 mins -
Only those who decide to play the ‘fool’ stay married – Real Warri Pikin
55 mins -
Cedi can only stabilse temporarily but will keep on depreciating – Prof Bokpin
59 mins -
Finance Ministry develops financial strategy to support SMEs
1 hour -
AfCFTA mission can’t be achieved without digital inclusion – AfCFTA Secretary General
1 hour -
Kukuom voter registration disturbance a bad signal for election 2024 – Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu
1 hour -
3i Summit: Ghana signs $200 million MoU with EBID to support SMEs – Akufo-Addo
1 hour -
Premier League-bound Leicester City and Belgian clubs chase Ghanaian midfielder Michael Baidoo
1 hour -
BoG gives government money to chop; and then we’re burdened with high taxes – Ken Thompson
1 hour -
Is social media worth paying for?
2 hours -
Bawumia cuts sod for construction of Gambaga Sports Complex
2 hours -
MPs serve as ministers; Kodua Fokuo can head NIB as a parliamentary candidate – John Boadu
2 hours -
Bernard Tekpetey wins fourth Bulgarian league title with Ludogorets
2 hours