More than 200 employees of AstraZeneca offices across Africa have concluded more than 1,600 hours of volunteer service to communities and to boost environmental sustainability.

The firm says its staff across the African cluster volunteered their time, skills, and resources during the introductory Week of Service, which was conducted on September 16 - 20, 2024.

According to AstraZeneca, the initiative is part of its endeavors to leave a lasting impact and drive sustainability in the communities in all countries it operates in across the continent.

Staff from Kenya, Cameroon, Senegal, Ivory Coast, South Africa and Ghana undertook varied activities to lift community resilience, children’s education, and environmental protection.

The Week of Service initiatives involved donations to orphanages, environmental clean-up efforts, educational support and mentorship for children in the underserved communities.

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“The Week of Service provides an opportunity for our employees to give back, connect with communities, and work together toward a sustainable future,” said AstraZeneca African Cluster Country President Deepak Arora.

AstraZeneca Country Director, Sub Sahara Africa, Amit Bhakri added: “Knowing that my efforts could truly impact my community makes me proud to work for a company that values and supports giving back.”

Key highlights from AstraZeneca’s Week of Service:

• Cameroon: Employees gathered and donated food supplies and essential goods to the ‘Foundation Famille Chrétienne’ orphanage.

• Ivory Coast: The team purchased school kits for students and donated them to the NGO Les Zinzins du Bonheur, supporting educational access for young learners.

• Senegal: AstraZeneca’s team contributed food supplies and other necessities to the Nursery of Medina run by the Franciscan Sisters.

• Ghana: Employees collected and distributed food supplies and essential items to a local orphanage, helping meet basic needs and support child development.

• Kenya: The team spent quality time with children at Morning Star Ministries Children’s Home, engaging in cooking, cleaning, mentoring, and sharing gifts. They also visited Victorious Joy Children’s Home to hold discussions with the children and offer additional support.

• South Africa: AstraZeneca employees took part in door-to-door donation efforts in local communities, environmental cleanup activities, and engaged with children at the Princess Alice Adoption Home.

Via the annual AstraZeneca Week of Service, AstraZeneca is seeking to tackle social hurdles, grow local communities, and foster environmental stewardship across its global footprint.