The initiative “Acting for Nature Conservation – Educating and Empowering Future Eco-Citizens in Africa”, launched two months ago in partnership with the Audemars Watkins Foundation and Play for Nature, is already showing promising results on the ground!
This initiative supports 10 NGOs actively working in Burkina Faso, Benin, Cameroon, Senegal, and Madagascar. Their shared mission: raising youth awareness about environmental preservation through educational and engaging activities.
Numerous initiatives have already been rolled out. Despite the intense heat and heavy rains, children and young people are enthusiastic, school administrators and teachers are highly involved, and the NGOs are more motivated than ever!
Today, we shine a spotlight on the first activities carried out by the NGO Recikit, especially through the leadership of Elhadji Moussa Dial, project manager, green entrepreneur, and General Manager of Recikit.
Take a look at his firsthand account from the field!
🌿 Xaley Durable in Dagana: Over 2,700 Students Take Action for the Planet!
From April 21st to 26th, 2025, the town of Dagana became a vibrant hub for environmental education during a key phase of the Xaley Durable program, part of the “Acting for Nature Conservation” project led by the RECIKIT team.
A Remarkable Mobilization for a Sustainable Future
Over the course of one week, more than 2,700 students from seven schools took part in hands-on activities focused on major environmental issues: waste management, selective sorting, recycling, biodiversity preservation, and ecological awareness. These concepts weren’t just discussed—they were brought to life through fun and engaging activities.
Participating Schools
Here are the schools that actively joined this impactful initiative:
- 🌳 Amadou Basse Sall School – 248 students
- 🌳 Algor Dioumah School – 494 students
- 🌳 Science and Technical Block School – 300 students
- 🌳 Dagana 09 School – 405 students
- 🌳 Alioune Sarr School – 399 students
- 🌳 Alioune Sow MBana School – 628 students
- 🌳 Makha Sarr Junior High (CEM) – final figures pending
Creative and Interactive Learning Tools
To convey important environmental messages in an accessible way, RECIKIT introduced a set of creative and participatory educational tools:
- 🎨 Waste Mural – helping students visualize the impact of daily waste.
- 🌱 Biodiversity Mural – exploring the beauty and fragility of nature.
- 📖 Waxtane, an eco-friendly storytelling experience that inspires young minds.
- 🎭 Cre’art Green, a space for artistic and ecological expression.
These tools sparked curiosity and engagement, allowing students to learn through creativity and experience.
Widely Praised by Educators
Teachers unanimously praised the program for its educational value, the excitement it generated among students, and the tangible changes in their daily habits. The initiative has already shown signs of lasting impact, with children becoming true environmental ambassadors in their homes and communities.
A Heartfelt Thank You
This success would not have been possible without the vital support of our partners, local schools, and municipal authorities. Their dedication created the fertile ground for a new generation to grow up conscious, responsible, and committed to nature.
Because educating is planting the seeds of tomorrow, RECIKIT remains committed to empowering youth to become changemakers. 🌍
Kudos to all the Recikit volunteers for their incredible energy and commitment to empowering young people and protecting the environment!
If you’d like to learn more about their organization, feel free to reach out via email at recikitshop@gmail.com or through their Facebook page.
