South Africa
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South Africa sees dramatic growth in carton and PET collection – Petco
Petco’s dedicated EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) scheme for LBP, collection rates have surged from 8% in 2023 to 24%, while recycling rates have jumped from 8% to 26%.
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VR Print invests in Nilpeter FA-17 to power expansion across Sub-Saharan Africa
The FA-17 flexo press is engineered for flexibility, high speed, and operator-friendly use.
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Tech startup Sonke debuts first-of-a-kind refill store to slash plastic waste in SA
Skubu enables shoppers to refill essential household items — such as cooking oil, maize meal, sugar, and cleaning products — using their own containers.
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Manzi Water launches South Africa’s first fully automated refill store in Diepsloot
The SKUBU store allows consumers to purchase only what they need via smart, automated refill machines.
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Sappi Posts US$20M loss amid shutdowns, weak global demand
The decline was primarily attributed to extended maintenance shutdowns.
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SFI Health EMEA localizes packaging operations in South Africa to boost accessibility and economic growth
SFI Health is enhancing its ability to respond to local market demands.
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Shoprite unveils South Africa’s first recyclable 7kg potato bags
The new packaging aims to replace the traditional potato pockets commonly used across the industry.
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Label & Litho boosts capabilities with South Africa’s first Nilpeter FB-14 installation
The FB-14 is the latest addition to Nilpeter’s acclaimed FB line of flexographic printing presses.
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Nampak to announce positive interim results despite challenging consumer environment
The company reported a 22% increase in trading profit and a 7% rise in operating profit compared to the prior year.
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Mpact Operations gains tribunal nod to boost stake in Seyfert Corrugated Western Cape
The subject of this acquisition, is a well-established manufacturer of converted corrugated cardboard packaging products.