The Waregem residents are West Flanders Circle Champions: no less than 36 tons of reusable items collected

Waregem has been crowned the Kringkampioen of West Flanders after collecting 36 tons of reusable items in a recent competition organized by the Kringwinkel. The event aimed to encourage municipalities across Flanders to gather as many reusable goods as possible. Waregem led with 0.89 kg per resident, closely followed by Torhout and Jabbeke. In total, West Flanders collected 491 tons of reusable items, primarily furniture. The initiative celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Kringwinkel and highlights the importance of donations for employment opportunities and sustainability. Winners received trophies and gift vouchers from local Kringwinkels.