Awarded in 2024
Based in Ramogi (Uganda) and Mukambu (Democratic Republic of Congo)
Association VCCI operates in Ramogi and Mukambu where waste accumulation, pollution and poor sanitation threaten human health and local ecosystems.
The group removes plastic waste, prevents open dumping and raises awareness about the dangers of burning waste, which contributes to air pollution and respiratory illnesses. Their work improves the cleanliness of community spaces, protects soil and water from contamination and encourages neighbours to adopt sustainable waste practices.
They have become an important force for community driven environmental health.
