The Ivorian Football Federation (FIF) and the National Agency for Waste Management (ANAGED) have signed a one-year partnership agreement aimed at creating a cleaner and more sustainable sports environment.
This collaboration builds on the success of waste management during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Partnership Objectives
- Improving waste management: Ensuring effective waste management in stadiums and during sporting events.
- Increasing environmental awareness: Training and raising awareness among all football stakeholders and supporters about environmental protection.
- Providing a cleaner sports experience: Creating spaces that comply with ecological and health standards for players and spectators.
Statements from the Leaders
Yacine Idriss Diallo, President of the FIF: “The 2023 AFCON highlighted the importance of effective waste management in stadiums. This partnership with ANAGED will strengthen our environmental commitment within the football ecosystem. Together with all our stakeholders, we will continue to create a cleaner football environment.”
Sarrahn Teinin Ouattara, Director of ANAGED: “The experience gained from the 2023 AFCON showed us that waste management in stadiums can be optimized. Our collaboration with the FIF will allow us to take concrete steps to reduce our environmental impact and raise public awareness.”
Social Media Reactions
The President of the FIF, Idriss Diallo, emphasized the importance of this partnership on Facebook: “This agreement is a significant step toward creating a cleaner and healthier environment around sports infrastructures. Building on the successes of AFCON 2023, we will offer an experience that meets ecological standards in football stadiums. We are committed to working for a sustainable future.”
Future Goals
This partnership aims to increase environmental awareness and implement new waste management initiatives during sporting events in 2024. Through this collaboration, Côte d’Ivoire aspires to become a model in the field of sports and environmental protection.
