Cape Town: Environmental Champions were recognised by the City of Cape Town at Wallacedene Primary School, as it celebrates the World Environmental Education Day with an inspiring event in Kraaifontein.
Following the celebration, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Urban Waste Management – Alderman Grant Twigg encouraged the learners to take the responsibility for their environment through proper waste disposal and recycling.
Considerably, the event brought to life the theme of year 2025 celebration i.e. ‘Empowering the Next Generation for a Sustainable Future’. Further, the learners were introduced to key waste management practices through fun, interactive activities with the anti-litter mascot ‘Bingo’.
Here, Bingo captivated the children with fun and exciting games, along with storytelling sessions, driving home the importance of keeping their school and community clean by throwing litter in the bin and separating recyclables from general waste.
Referring to this, Alderman Twigg stated, “It is crucial that we teach our children the value of protecting their environment. The habits they form today will help in shaping a cleaner and greener place and a healthier Cape Town for tomorrow.”
Twigg explained that the Wallacedene Primary School was chosen for the event as part of the efforts made by the City of Cape Town to promote the waste awareness and recycling in communities where these practices can have a significant impact.
Moreover, the enthusiasm from the learners around the message was infectious and Alderman Grant Twigg is hopeful that the parents and communities can now do their part in keeping this flame alive, while supporting their children’s passion for the environment.
Notably, this initiative is about more than keeping the city clean, green and healthy. According Twigg, it is more about equipping the next generation with the knowledge and skills, as well as through motivation to create a sustainable future for all the City of Cape Town residents, living here.
A clean and healthy environment is must to live a long and happy life. A fit and healthy environment opens doors to many possibilities that can be conquered for greater achievements.