Miss Earth SA Celebrates World Environment Day
The Miss Earth South Africa leads tree planting and vegetable garden project at Zodiac Primary School in Lenasia in Celebration of World Environment Day last week.
The special initiative focused on the planting of trees and the creation of a sustainable vegetable garden on the school grounds. More than just a greening activity, this project aimed to inspire and educate the young minds of the school-particularly the Grade 3 learners-on the importance of environmental stewardship, food security, and collective action.
The Grade 3 learners managed to transform a corner of the school that was baren and forgotten and turned it into a beacon of hope and sustainability through collaborative efforts led by the partners of the Miss Earth South Africa, such as Cathay Pacific, Skin Renewal SA, Samsonite, 9Five Fertilizers, Wild Route, 3Sixty Compost and the Toyota Knights.
“Our goal is to plant more than just trees and vegetables; we’re planting seeds of hope, knowledge, and responsibility,” said Ella Bella Leite, Director of Miss Earth South Africa Leadership and Empowerment Programme. “Together with our partners, we’re showing learners what it means to care for the earth and for each other. It’s about People and Planet. This garden is an example of how environmental action and social impact go together, reminding us of all that by investing in the youth and their home, we are able to nurture a better future for everyone.”
The newly established vegetable garden will be integrated into the school’s feeding scheme, directly contributing to nutritious meals for learners and reinforcing the school’s role as a safe, supportive space for children to grow, both academically and physically. This is a step forward in tackling food insecurity in the community – one garden at a time.
The day was filled with energy, education, and purpose, as learners got their hands dirty alongside volunteers and representatives from each partner organisation. With tools in hand and hearts full of excitement, the children were taught how to care for their new garden, gaining practical skills that will last a lifetime.
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