ORANGE FARM. – Konica Minolta South Africa has donated 30 trees, desks, and chairs to Imbali Combined School in Orange Farm as part of its commitment to the environment and to also celebrate the month of March which has various dates celebrating the planet and promoting sustainability.

As part of Konica Minolta South Africa’s ongoing relationship with the food security and urban greening Non-Profit Social Enterprise, Food and Trees for Africa (FTFA), 15 fruit trees and 15 indigenous trees were donated.

During the handover, Marketing Coordinator Ntombie Dlamini highlighted that Konica Minolta is a firm believer in the ability of businesses to advance and transform society. She emphasized that “No matter how young or old we are, it is our duty as earth stewards to ensure that future generations can enjoy the planet for years to come.”

“As part of our 15 years celebration of the Tree Planting Initiative, we wanted to return to schools and communities where we had previously planted trees to see how they’re doing and continue to build on our ongoing relationships and assist where we can”, she added.

“I was thrilled to get my hands dirty with soil, as I assisted the pupils in planting trees. Seeing young people’s perspectives on the value of planting trees and their understanding of their benefits was encouraging. I am certain that they will continue to plant trees in the future,” Dlamini added.

Nunzi Moutembo, a facilitator with FTFA says, “We must create a healthy, stimulating setting for learning both inside and outside of the classroom.”

The principal of Imbali Combined School Mr Tete says, “I am so glad that everyone attended this tree-planting event. I am extremely proud to be working with both Konica Minolta South Africa and Food and Trees for Africa. Getting to where we are now has been an incredible journey for us, and we remain committed to encouraging ecological awareness among our pupils.”