In a bold move to tackle two of Ghana’s most pressing challenges – plastic pollution and inadequate education infrastructure – Prudential Life Insurance Ghana in partnership with Academy City University College have joined forces to launch a groundbreaking initiative.
The innovative project transforms recycled plastic waste into school desks, providing a sustainable solution for underserved schools in the country.
On September 6, 2024, the two organizations sealed their commitment with a memorandum of understanding and a GHS 70,000 cheque presentation at Prudential Life Insurance Ghana’s head office.
This marked the beginning of a remarkable journey to create positive change.
Jane Mingle, the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Prudential Life Insurance Ghana expressed enthusiasm about the partnership. She said, “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Academic City, where science meets practice. Together, we’ll drive sustainability and create lasting impact.”
By transforming plastic waste into schools to facilitate knowledge sharing, Prudential Insurance Ghana and Academic City University College are paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future for Ghana’s next generation. She was optimistic that the project will drive impact that is worthy of replication and expansion.
The Director of Marketing and Communication at Academic City, Nelly Agyemang-Gyamfi expressed excitement for the partnership. She said the project has multiple benefits. It will conduct financial literacy programs in selected schools, address school infrastructure deficits, promote pollution reduction and recycling, and provide practical experience for students through industry-academic linkage.
Makafui Awuku, Technology and Entrepreneurship Center Manager at Academic City University College, emphasized the project’s far-reaching benefits. “By recovering plastic waste, advocating for environmental responsibility, and sensitizing schools, we’re addressing critical issues like spinal problems and disinterest in education. This scalable initiative has the potential to revolutionize our approach to sustainability.”
Prof. Enoch Opoku Antwi, Dean of the Faculty of Business Administration and Communication, highlighted the project’s environmental significance. “The challenge is substantial, but our focus on impact and environmental stewardship will yield tangible results.” He added that the communications students will play a key role in the advocacy aspect of the project.
