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At Mckingtorch Africa, yesterday was a motivating day as we welcomed a varied group of students from esteemed US universities. It was a part of the School of International Training program’s enriching experiential learning journey. At Mckingtorch Africa, we think that experiential education has the ability to mould future leaders’ hearts and minds. Our goal […]

A working visit to Ashanti Region. Visiting Geodrill, one of the most sustainable mining business models on the African continent. I have seen mining rigs built here in Ghana by Ghanaian Engineers trained by the company and also they have CNC machines that allow them substructure manufacturing that is creating jobs for the indigenous people

Coventry, UK is a thriving city that is now a shining example of sustainability! We’re overjoyed to see how our neighbours are banding together to make thoughtful decisions for a more environmentally friendly future. And what better way to do it than by wearing our #Mckingtorchfootwear and making a statement? We would like to extend

Innovative solutions are essential in a world where sustainability is a pressing necessity rather than just a trendy word. Let me introduce you to McKingtorch Africa’s innovative Recycled Plastic Desk, which is the perfect example of how environmental awareness and educational empowerment can coexist. The Recycled Plastic Desk fundamentally reflects the sustainability philosophy. This project

Social justice and environmental sustainability are two pressing issues that are receiving more and more attention in today’s interconnected world. I recently had the honour of having an insightful discussion about the complex relationship between these two important ideas with representatives from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) at McKingtorch Africa. The fundamental idea of social justice

An important milestone was reached last year when the WUSC International Seminar 2023 was officially launched at the renowned Mensvic Grand Hotel in Accra, to much excitement and anticipation. Over a hundred people from various backgrounds, including government representatives, civil society organisations, committed WUSC staff, and prestigious partner organisations from six different countries, came together

We are overjoyed to announce a significant accomplishment from our MCKINGTORCH Africa community. @call_me_r.a.y, one of our valued volunteers, recently had the amazing chance to speak at the prestigious UN General Assembly. This outstanding achievement highlights the value of empowering diverse voices in the global dialogue on pressing issues and demonstrates the commitment and passion

MCKINGTORCH Africa partners with TroTro Diaries to run a an environmental sustainability Trainer Of Trainer (TOT) workshop for the project team leaders towards engaging drivers, bus conductors and commuters across various lorry stations in some major cities in Ghana. The objectives of the program is to empower these volunteers to effectively engage people at these

Progress depends on innovation, and at Mckingtorch Africa, we embrace it as a core value rather than merely a catchphrase. Our goal is to push the envelope and create long-lasting, universally accessible products made from recycled waste that satisfy the highest quality standards. By doing this, we’re not only transforming the way we view waste

There are people like Bortey who shine brightly with their resilience and determination in a world full of obstacles. Bortey’s tale is a tribute to the strength of dreams and the unwavering spirit of youth, and it goes beyond simply gathering plastic waste. Young Bortey, an aspiring football player, is inspired by his idol, Cristiano