Regard en Mouvement: A Day of Environmental Action in Kaolack
5 November 2026
As part of their trip to Senegal, the young people from Foyer des Jeunes de Molenbeek took part in a day of environmental action and awareness-raising.
The activities were organised in collaboration with ASC Saloum RecyClean, with the support of Enabel.
Together with nearly 80 young Senegalese people, our group participated in a tree-planting initiative in the city of Kaolack, one of the hottest cities in the country. In a place where temperatures can rise considerably, increasing urban greenery plays an essential role. The planting activity was followed by a collective litter-picking operation.
The day continued with a visit to Kaoplast, a local company that buys plastic waste from collectors, sorts it and shreds it into raw material for the manufacture of new products. The visit gave the young people an insight into how local initiatives can contribute to a more circular economy.
Beyond the environmental commitment, the day was also a valuable opportunity for the young people from Kaolack and Molenbeek to meet, connect and share experiences. Together, they discovered local initiatives offering practical solutions to environmental challenges.
It was an enriching experience filled with new discoveries and encounters. Our young people will soon share their thoughts and reflections on the day as part of the Regard en Mouvement documentary.
