Plastics
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South Africa relaunches waste picker registration system to boost recycling integration
The aim is to digitally onboard an estimated 200 buyback centres nationally.
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GCC chemical producers to invest US$486M in environmental technologies by 2027 – GPCA
The GCC chemical industry achieved a 2% decrease in greenhouse gas.
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Earthya launches compostable bags to tackle Malaysia’s microplastic crisis
The bag can fully break down into plant fertilizer in natural conditions or home compost environment.
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Amazon India showcases sustainable packaging drive with playful brand film
The initiative reduces reliance on secondary packaging by shipping select products directly in their original packaging.
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South Africa vows relentless fight against plastic pollution amid global treaty deadlock
The country is acting to close gaps in controls on imported plastics.
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South Africa proposes ban on plastic microbeads to protect environment
South African plastic packaging industry is navigating both growth and environmental scrutiny.
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Corporate lobbyists push back against plastic cuts in Africa’s treaty talks
INC-5.2 negotiations need to focus on reducing plastic production and harmful waste management practices.
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Dakar taps French-Algerian quartet for Casamance waste recycling initiative
The project will be implemented in phases, starting with a feasibility study and community engagement in late 2025.
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Takataka Plastics secures US$1M grant to build pioneering recycling facility in Gulu, Uganda
Th facility will serve as a hub for environmental innovation, green jobs, and circular economy education in East Africa.
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Morocco unveils ambitious waste recovery plan to drive circular economy
The plan aims to build 50 provincial waste disposal and recovery centres.