This year, there have been four harvests at Carmeuse Mauritania, producing 40 kg of bananas and 57 kg of vegetables. In Ghana, the vegetable garden is thriving. Crops included 20 kg of tomatoes, 10 kg of radishes and 4 kg of lettuce, as well as parsley, cabbages, spring onion, carrots, and beetroot. At Handyman’s Lime in Zambia, the most recent harvest yielded 21.5 kg of onions, which were sold to employees. The first eggplant crop, and some of the onions, were donated to the canteen to be enjoyed by everyone onsite. Proceeds from sales go back into buying new seedlings and maintaining the gardens.  

At Carmeuse Senegal, the farm is thriving with an abundance of vegetables including cucumbers, eggplants, tomatoes, onions, okra, and peppers. The total harvest weighed in at a whopping 3,732 kg altogether. They also planted lemon trees this year, which produced 80 kg of fruit. Additionally, the fishpond set up last year to create commercial opportunities for the local women in Bandia has seen 40 kg of fish sold. All funds generated from these projects go back into the management and cultivation of the farm and support the long-term plan for the farm’s self-sufficiency. 

In Tunisia, the olive harvest yielded 93 liters of oil from over 100 kg of olives, with each member of the team receiving a 1-liter bottle to take home. The monthly fruit and vegetable harvests have produced plenty, with 30 kg of peaches and apricots in May and a massive 500 kg of cucumbers and 800 kg of purple onions in August. And the beehives are producing delicious honey.  

The success of these initiatives offers valuable lessons that can be replicated at other sites, fostering green fingers and new green initiatives across our operations, while ultimately reinforcing the community links throughout Carmeuse Overseas. 

This initiative aimed to strengthen a culture of safety and responsible road behavior among all stakeholders, including employees, children, and the local community.

Training for Employees: Driving Responsibly Starts at Work

The first phase of the campaign focused on a training session for all employees at the CMT plant. The session covered safe driving practices, road-related risks, and the ethical responsibilities of being a conscientious road user.

Educating the Next Generation

At the same time, a fun and educational workshop was held for children at the Chenchou primary school. The goal was to raise awareness about road hazards through age-appropriate activities helping young learners adopt safe behaviors from an early age.

Taking the Message to the Streets

To reach an even wider audience, Carmeuse Tunisia’s team also took part in a public awareness campaign. Safety leaflets were handed out to road users, sharing essential tips to encourage safer and more respectful driving habits.

A Collective Commitment to Safer Roads

This event is a key part of Carmeuse Tunisia’s social responsibility strategy, which focuses on taking concrete action to protect people and promote a safer environment. Through its partnership with ATSER, the company reaffirms its commitment to making road safety a shared priority.

This year, there have been four harvests at Carmeuse Mauritania, producing 40 kg of bananas and 57 kg of vegetables. In Ghana, the vegetable garden is thriving. Crops included 20 kg of tomatoes, 10 kg of radishes and 4 kg of lettuce, as well as parsley, cabbages, spring onion, carrots, and beetroot. At Handyman’s Lime in Zambia, the most recent harvest yielded 21.5 kg of onions, which were sold to employees. The first eggplant crop, and some of the onions, were donated to the canteen to be enjoyed by everyone onsite. Proceeds from sales go back into buying new seedlings and maintaining the gardens.  

At Carmeuse Senegal, the farm is thriving with an abundance of vegetables including cucumbers, eggplants, tomatoes, onions, okra, and peppers. The total harvest weighed in at a whopping 3,732 kg altogether. They also planted lemon trees this year, which produced 80 kg of fruit. Additionally, the fishpond set up last year to create commercial opportunities for the local women in Bandia has seen 40 kg of fish sold. All funds generated from these projects go back into the management and cultivation of the farm and support the long-term plan for the farm’s self-sufficiency. 

In Tunisia, the olive harvest yielded 93 liters of oil from over 100 kg of olives, with each member of the team receiving a 1-liter bottle to take home. The monthly fruit and vegetable harvests have produced plenty, with 30 kg of peaches and apricots in May and a massive 500 kg of cucumbers and 800 kg of purple onions in August. And the beehives are producing delicious honey.  

The success of these initiatives offers valuable lessons that can be replicated at other sites, fostering green fingers and new green initiatives across our operations, while ultimately reinforcing the community links throughout Carmeuse Overseas. 

Team Spirit at the Heart of the Plant

Blood donation a simple yet life-saving act brought together 12 Carmeuse Tunisia employees. Thanks to this collective effort, 5.4 litres of blood were donated, with each person contributing 450 ml, in line with current health standards.

The event took place in a warm and supportive atmosphere, with healthcare professionals on hand to ensure a safe and respectful experience for every donor.

Carmeuse Tunisia: A Company That Cares

This initiative reaffirms Carmeuse Tunisia’s commitment to health and community well-being. By supporting blood transfusion services, the company shows that industry can and should play an active role in humanitarian efforts.

The donated blood will help meet urgent needs at local hospitals, especially for emergency cases, pregnant women, and patients with chronic conditions who require regular transfusions.

Why Host a Blood Drive at Work?

Organizing a workplace blood drive offers many benefits:

• It raises awareness among employees about the importance of donating blood.
• It fosters a caring, community-focused company culture.
• It enhances the company’s reputation with partners and the local community.
• And most importantly, it helps save lives.

Looking Ahead

Encouraged by the success of this first event, Carmeuse Tunisia is already planning to host another blood drive in the coming months with the hope of inspiring even more volunteers to take part.