SkyChef partners with ministry for environmental action at Au Cap |11 August 2025

Briefing on the impact of waste left on beaches

SkyChef partners with ministry for environmental action at Au Cap

In a commendable initiative to promote environmental stewardship, SkyChef, in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment (MACCE), recently organised a beach clean-up activity at Au Cap.

The clean-up aimed to raise awareness and encourage sustainable practices that benefit both the community and the natural environment. Beaches remain among Seychelles’ most cherished recreational spaces, but they are often threatened by pollution, particularly plastic waste. While many visitors take care to dispose of their litter responsibly, some waste is still left behind — and in some cases, washed ashore from distant locations during high tide.

By involving individuals directly in hands-on clean-up efforts, the organisers hope to instill a sense of responsibility and respect for nature that participants will carry with them into their workplaces and homes.

Prior to the activity, participants received a briefing on the purpose of the event, followed by practical instructions. They were then divided into pairs – one person collecting plastic items, the other non-plastic waste – ensuring proper segregation of materials. All collected waste was later weighed and safely disposed of at the landfill.

The activity was led by SkyChef chief executive, Veronique Laporte, alongside staff from MACCE’s Public Education and Community Outreach Division. In total, 113kgof waste was collected.

The team expressed pride in their contribution and the positive impact of their actions, reaffirming their commitment to supporting Seychelles’ sustainability journey. This collaborative effort highlights the vital role that private sector partners can play in protecting the country's fragile ecosystems and promoting a cleaner, greener Seychelles.

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