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Air France-KLM donates eco-friendly bags to students in Nairobi

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[L-R), Air France – KLM Regional General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Marius van der Ham, addresses pupils of Muthangari Primary School during a donation event. Also present is Air France - KLM Country Sales Manager for Kenya & Offline Markets, Hildabeta Amiani. The event saw 174 pupils receiving eco-friendly bags made from repurposed billboards and banners. Photo/Ahmed Omar/February, 13, 24].

Air France-KLM has donated 174 eco-friendly bags and pouches to pupils at Muthangari Primary & Junior Secondary School in Nairobi.

The bags were creatively repurposed from old billboards and banners, symbolising Air France-KLM’s commitment to environmental sustainability and its proactive approach to promoting a greener, cleaner future.

The initiative supports the reduction of waste and provides students with practical and sustainable solutions for their everyday needs.

“By repurposing these materials that would otherwise contribute to waste, we are working to instill in our children the values of sustainability and resourcefulness,” said Air France – KLM Regional General Manager for East and Southern Africa, Marius van der Ham.

Air France-KLM and Muthangari Primary & Junior Secondary School have an ongoing relationship that has seen the airline group address the school’s various needs, including painting classrooms, repairing of desks, the provision of stationery supplies, and the implementation of mentorship programs.

These efforts underscore the company’s approach to corporate social responsibility and its commitment to supporting education and environmental conservation.

“We are grateful to Air France-KLM for their donation and ongoing support. These bags serve as practical items for our students and also represent a valuable lesson in sustainability,” said Muthangari Primary & Junior Secondary School Headteacher Monica Akinyi

Billboards are usually made of heavy-grade vinyl, which typically turns into waste at the end of a campaign. By repurposing, the airline provides children from underprivileged communities with long-lasting bags, while protecting the environment from unnecessary landfills.

 

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