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Reflecting on Growth: McKingtorch Expands Its Footprint to Zambia and Zimbabwe 05/27/25

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As we look back on 2023, McKingtorch Africa celebrates a significant milestone in its journey of impact and growth—expanding beyond Ghana to establish a presence in Zambia and Zimbabwe. This expansion not only demonstrates our commitment to environmental sustainability but also our vision to replicate the successes achieved at home in new contexts across the […]

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From Trash to Treasure: A Green Statement at Legon 5/23/25

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In October 2022, the University of Ghana’s Botany Department added more than just benches to their garden; they made a bold statement. Sustainability took a stylish seat at the Botany Department—quite literally. Two “lover’s benches,” crafted entirely from 100% recycled plastic waste collected from the streets of Accra, found a new home on the campus.

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Plastic with a Purpose: Ghana’s Bold Move in Public Design-05/21/25

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In February 2022, McKingtorch Africa made a bold mark in Ghana’s sustainability space by unveiling the  first-ever bus shelter in Accra — and on the African continent — constructed entirely from recycled and upcycled plastic waste. Commissioned  at Fiesta Royale Hotel in Accra, the shelter served as  more than just a public structure; it was

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Celebrating Innovation: Makafui Awuku’s Recognition as One of Ghana’s Top Young CEOs- 05/23/25

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In June 2021, Makafui Awuku, the founder and CEO of Mckingtorch Africa, was honored as one of Ghana’s Top 50 Young CEOs by Avance Media. This recognition celebrated Makafui’s innovative leadership in environmental initiatives and sustainable design. As the driving force behind Mckingtorch Africa’s creative waste-to-value projects, which include upcycled public installations and educational initiatives,

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McKingtorch Africa Honored as Environment & Sanitation StartUp of the Year 2021-05/21/25

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In 2021, McKingtorch Africa was recognized as the Environment & Sanitation StartUp of the Year by The African Network of Entrepreneurs (TANOE) during the Ghana StartUp Awards. This prestigious acknowledgment came at a pivotal time, affirming our innovative approach to tackling plastic waste and promoting sustainable practices throughout Ghana. This honor was not merely a

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Breaking Barriers with Beads: Priscilla Agyeman on Digital Empowerment and Women in Tech 05/17/2025

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In celebration of World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025 As the world celebrates World Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025 under the theme “Gender Equality in Digital Transformation,” stories like that of Priscilla Korlekour Agyeman serve as a vivid reminder of what’s possible when creativity, culture, and digital opportunity intersect. Priscilla is the founder

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THE MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS & ADVENTURES OF THE ECOFEM JEWELRY MAKING COHORT – 11/24/2024

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Our amazing second cohort of recycled glass jewelry making training as part of the ECOFEM Project have officially completed their training thanks to Kor.Le.Kour’s Priscilla Korlekour Agyeman. During their weeks of training, the girls have had some amazing experience learning about photo modeling, product design, colour schemes and more.  To mark the conclusion of the

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MCKINGTORCH AFRICA’S CHRISTMAS TREES GO GLOBAL – 12/24/2024

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This year, Mckingtorch Africa waste plastic bottle Christams trees made it to 4 contires over 2 contienets with trees in Ghana, Texas USA, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Mckingtorch Africa started making Plastic Waste Bottles Christmas Trees in 2017 when our Founder and CEO Makafui Awuku got frustrated by the plastic pollution problem and wanted to do

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Valuble Lessons Learned Through Mentorship Session for ECOFEM Participants – 11/05/2024

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This week as part of our mentoring sessions for the ECOFEM project Mckingtorch Africa hosted Tawiah Esther who discussed bookkeeping, business registration and other key aspects of making your small business thrive. Her talk was very engaging and accessible to all as she shared her knowledge in both English and Twi) so all could take

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Empowering Women Led Business: ECOFEM Mentoring Workshop for Women and Girls – 29/10/2024

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As part of the recycling business incubation program, we are hosting a couple of successful women business owners to speak on critical topics that border on the ability of girls, women and other youth to succeed at business. Our first session was with the CEO of Environment360, Cordie Aziz. Cordie Aziz Nash, is the founder

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