Umcebo Trust is appealing to members of the public to donate their used 2 litre plastic coke bottles and wine corks to the Trust which will be used in the construction of a 6 metre high Eco-tree. This will be the highest tree made from recyclable materials and the Trust hopes that the tree will make it into the Guinness Book of Records. By donating these materials to Umcebo, you will not only be helping Umcebo Trust but you will be doing your little bit for the environment as well. Umcebo Trust is a non-profit organisation that is focused on the development and training of local artists.

The Trust produces original art pieces and aims to empower individuals by enabling them to earn a living and develop self esteem in individuals with disabilities or from disadvantaged backgrounds. It was started by Robin Oppermann, a former maths and art teacher, who worked with children with disabilities. The crafters have produced work for Oprah Winfrey and Richard Branson and two of the Trust’s beautiful beaded artworks can be found in the newly constructed Moses Mabhida Stadium.

You can take your bottles and corks to the Umcebo Trust who are based at UShaka Village Walk, Shop B8 and 9 or give Robin a call on 083 793 3408 to find out more. To see progress of the tree visit www.umcebotrust.co.za.

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