On 30th January, a group of children from one of our partner schools in Tema, Baatsona, visited the factory of our friends Trashy Bags Africa to see sustainability in action.
Students collected used water sachets and witnessed how they are transformed into durable, reusable products — giving them hands-on exposure to environmental responsibility.
The visit exposed students to the full recycling process — from the collection of used water sachets within their schools and communities to the transformation of this waste into durable, reusable products. By witnessing this process firsthand, students gained a practical understanding of sustainability beyond the classroom.
Mr. Elvis Abulwa, Factory Manager at Trashy Bags Africa, highlighted the importance of early environmental education: “When children understand that waste can be transformed into something useful, it changes how they see their environment. Our work goes beyond recycling plastics; it is about shaping responsible mindsets and encouraging innovation among the next generation.”
Speaking on behalf of Futurestars, Head coach, Silas Donkor noted: “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to education and empowerment. By exposing students to real-world solutions, we are helping them understand that they can be active contributors to environmental change.” Ms. Victoria Arthur, a teacher at Baatsona School, added: “Seeing the recycling process firsthand has given our students practical knowledge and a deeper appreciation of environmental responsibility.”
At Futurestars Charity, we believe meaningful education happens when learning meets experience. Through partnerships like this, we continue to equip young people with the awareness and skills needed to build a more sustainable future.
The children also had a great time, and thank you Trashy Bags for the experience!
About Trashy Bags
In a world inundated with plastic pollution, Trashy Bags Africa emerges as a beacon of innovation and sustainability. With a global plastic production set to skyrocket to 1.3 billion metric tonnes by 2050, and Ghana alone contributing 1.1 million tonnes annually, our mission gains even greater urgency.
Plastic waste poses a formidable threat, particularly in developing nations where recycling infrastructure lags behind production rates. In Ghana, where 63% of citizens rely on sachet water packaged in plastic as their main source of drinking water, the need for responsible waste management is dire. Discarded sachet bags not only choke waterways and landscapes but also perpetuate health hazards and environmental degradation.
At Trashy Bags Africa, we’ve embraced a transformative approach to tackle this crisis head-on. By upcycling reclaimed plastic sachets, we breathe new life into materials destined for landfills or incineration. For more information visit Trashy Bags Africa.
