South Africa
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TGRC schools competition targets South Africa’s glass waste challenge
The initiative is shaping the next generation of eco-champions.
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South Africa moves to modernize packaging waste policy with draft NWMS 2026
The strategy 2026 plans to cut waste, boost recycling and support circular economy goals over the next five years.
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Mpact to shut Springs Cartonboard Mill as global oversupply and strong rand bite
The mill has a production capacity of about 137 000 t/y of white-lined coated cartonboard.
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Kruger National Park launches pilot recycling project to advance circular economy
The new colour-coded bins are designed to facilitate proper waste separation for visitors.
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Tetra Pak appoints Wael Khoury as Managing Director for Southern Africa
His appointment aims to signal a continued focus on driving innovation, sustainability and customer partnership.
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South Africa calls on historic waste sites to apply for licences 16 years after waste act implementation
The notice primarily targets operators of waste disposal facilities that were established before the Environment Conservation Act (ECA) came into force.
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Sappi earns CDP A-List 2025 recognition for forests, strengthens position as sustainability leader
The achievement demonstrates its comprehensive disclosure, mature environmental governance and meaningful progress towards environmental resilience.
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REDISA raises concern over governance failures in South Africa’s waste tyre sector
The country generates over 11 million discarded tyres annually, leading to illegal dumping and pollution.
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Polyco injects US$0.11M to boost South Africa’s polystyrene recycling capacity
SOUTH AFRICA — Producer responsibility organization Polyco has invested R1.89 million (US$0.11 million) in New Earth Recycling, one of the country’s few dedicated processors of…
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Nampak swings to US$208.5M profit as turnaround strategy delivers strong FY2025 results
Over the past few years, Nampak has been implementing a turnaround strategy following years of decline.