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Tsenulo Moyo
INNOVATION has no age limit, and an innovative mind is not limited by age.
This has been proven in the case of an 85-year-old granny from Nketa suburb in Bulawayo who is turning used maheu and milk empty plastic papers into mats, bags, and table covers.
Gogo Enellis Sibanda said she started this innovative venture in April 2024, transforming waste plastic into useful household items.
“I came up with the idea when I was in the rural areas and the floor was muddy. I realised a carpet wasn’t really helping in such situations, so I decided to make a mat using used maheu and milk empty plastic papers,” she said.
Gogo MaSibanda said she then decided to also make other stuff like bags and table covers after noticing that the papers are not easily damaged and can last for a long time.
“I collect maheu and milk from empty plastic papers, wash them, and then combine them by knitting them together using a needle.
“This craft keeps me preoccupied as an old person and active, rather than spending my time sitting idle and sleeping,” she said.
She urged all old people not to sit idle all day, as it could hasten their death.
She said even while staying with their grandchildren, they should try to help around with household chores.
She further said she wishes to sell her craft in the future to people when she starts recycling more empty plastic papers.
Online Reporter