Fan Milk Educates 90,000 Students on Waste Disposal & Recycling
Fan Milk PLC, one of Ghana’s leading dairy and beverage companies, has successfully reached over 90,000 students through its FanMilk School Caravan: A Wrapper Collection Challenge. The initiative, aimed at promoting proper waste disposal and environmental consciousness, collected nearly 3 million ice cream wrappers for recycling.
The three-month-long campaign, held in partnership with the Ghana Education Service (GES), focused on sensitizing students on healthy snacking habits and sanitation practices.
Impact and Recognition
At the closing ceremony of the campaign, Fan Milk Ghana’s Managing Director, Lionel Parent, emphasized the company’s commitment to health, nature, and community development.
“At FanMilk, we strive to make a meaningful impact in our communities. This year, we expanded the program to include 50 more schools, reaching over 90,000 students and reinforcing our sustainability commitment,” Parent said.
Madam Theresa Oppong Mensah, School Health Education Programme (SHEP) Coordinator, praised the campaign for its role in instilling good hygiene and waste management habits in school children.
The Headmistress of Association Model School, Grace Kafui Ametefe, also acknowledged its positive influence on student behavior, noting that children are now more proactive in keeping their environment clean.
Awards and Achievements
Top-performing students and schools were rewarded with Samsung tablets, educational materials, and cash prizes for funding environmental projects.
Winning schools included:
- Association Community Model School
- Klagon Junior High School
- Nurumustafua Islamic School
- Kotobabi Cluster
- Ashaiman SDA & 5BN
Since its launch in 2018, the FanMilk School Caravan has engaged over 390,000 students and successfully collected over 6.6 million wrappers—reinforcing a culture of sustainability and environmental responsibility among the younger generation.
As Fan Milk Ghana celebrates 65 years, it remains committed to quality, sustainability, and positive social impact, ensuring the longevity of its heritage brand.