Sahara Extends Recycling Solutions to Northern Nigeria
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At a glance
- Sahara Group Foundation launched a 'Go Recycling Hub' in Masaka, Nasarawa State, Nigeria, to expand recycling access.
- The initiative partners with the Nasarawa State Waste Management Authority to divert waste from landfills and create income opportunities.
- This project aligns with the Sahara Beyond XXX vision of building sustainable ecosystems for people, communities, and the planet.
The Sahara Group Foundation has inaugurated a new 'Go Recycling Hub' in Masaka, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. This initiative extends structured recycling access to communities in Northern Nigeria through a partnership with the Nasarawa State Waste Management Authority (NASWAMSA).
The 'Go Recycling Hub' aims to scale practical, community-driven sustainability solutions across the country. The Sahara Go Recycling Initiative transforms waste management into an opportunity, helping to divert recyclables from landfills, improve environmental awareness, and create income pathways for households.
Director of the Sahara Group Foundation, Chidilim Menakaya, stated that the launch underscores the Foundationโs focus on scalable solutions that combine environmental stewardship with community empowerment. "Masaka represents an important next step in expanding access to sustainable waste management across Nigeria," Menakaya said. "Through the Sahara Go Recycling, we are showing how collaboration can unlock cleaner communities, stronger livelihoods, and shared prosperity."
Masaka represents an important next step in expanding access to sustainable waste management across Nigeria. Through the Sahara Go Recycling, we are showing how collaboration can unlock cleaner communities, stronger livelihoods, and shared prosperity.
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