What happened in organic waste management this year
Every year there seems to be more emphasis placed on addressing waste as a resource and creating a circular economy with different waste streams....
Tetra Pak® South Africa joins PETCO
In an increased effort to drive collection and recycling of liquid board packaging (LBP) in South Africa, Tetra Pak South Africa will join the...
Mpact Recycling expands on-site services into major metros
IN September, Mpact Recycling announced that their on-site waste management service offering, previously called Remade On Site, would be rebranded as Mpact Waste Management...
It’s not too late to become organic waste compliant
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Over 140 000 bags of litter removed from public spaces through #SpringCleanCT campaign
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Polyco invests – converting unrecyclable plastic into eco-concrete
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World Cleanup Day at Little Princess Vlei
World Cleanup Day occurs annually on the third Saturday every September on a global scale. The aim is to raise awareness of the mismanaged...
The Greater Tygerberg Partnership grapples with waste and unemployment in Bellville
By Staff Reporter
THE Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP) has launched an extensive upliftment programme in its northern suburbs. In co-operation with the private sector, other...
MetPac-SA supports Trash4Treats programme
MetPac-SA, the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) that represents the metal packaging recycling industry in South Africa, is partnering with Trash4Treats to bring the message...
PAMSA announces SA paper production and recycling stats
SOUTH Africa recycled 1.15 million tonnes of paper and paper packaging in 2021, representing a paper recovery rate of 61.4%.
“The 2021 recovery rate reflects...
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Recycling and waste management news on Cape Business News (CBN) focuses on sustainable practices, regulatory changes, and innovations in waste reduction. This sector’s news includes updates on recycling technologies, waste-to-energy solutions, and circular economy initiatives essential for environmental sustainability. CBN supports companies in adopting waste management solutions that reduce environmental impact and comply with regulations.
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