Makafui Awuku is an environmentalist, artist and entrepreneur, Founder and CEO
Mckingtorch Africa who is doing the unimaginable that is about to take the world by storm not only for its environmental friendliness but also with the million job avenues with which it comes.
Born and bread in Ghana, these are some international feats and recognitions he has achieved in his endeavour as a young entrepreneur from Ghana.
Accomplishments
1. 27th Most Influential Young Ghanaian in 2018.
2. 3rd Most Influential Young Ghanaian in Social Enterprise space in 2018.
3. Selected and participated in meetings with board of directors leading to the approval of 200 million dollars towards the creation of 3 million jobs for the Ghanaian Youth through the MasterCard Africa Works Project.
4. Invited by Brighton University in the UK to address PhD students about the circular economy in Ghana and work with plastic waste.
5. Invited to BBC Studios in Portland London to share works of poetry and plastic waste which was aired on BBC Africa News.
6. Selected and showcased works of art to Prince of Wales, Prince Charles during his royal visit to Ghana.
7. Selected and travelled to Dubai regarding deliberations by the Dubai government to set up a sustainability center as part of the Dubai Expo2020.
8. Work also documented by Belguim’s national airliner, Brussels Airlines on the inflight magazine and also in Forbes Africa Magazine.
9. Has had recycling trainings in Ghana and Nigeria for over 1200 beneficiaries.
I believe with partnership we can all achieve more and attain sustainable communities and cities that supports the dreams of everyone.
What Does He Do.
Awuku collects plastic wastes from the streets and gutters of Accra and recycle them into reusable products such as Tool kit, Make-up kit, Sponge Bag, Gym bag, Purse or wallet, Pencil and Pen case etc.
You can get in touch with him on +233 24 354 8478
Facebook: Mckingtorch Africa
Instagram: mckingtorch_africa_
Twitter: MckingtorchAfri
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