Ubuntu can help achieve the dream of zero landfill

South Africa is drowning in its own detritus. The population surged by almost 10% from 2011 to 2017, driving consumption — and waste — to new heights, but waste ...  Read More

Villagers sound alarm over toxic water source destroying crops: ‘We have to cover our noses and mouths’

While the Sutang River once irrigated crops, farmers and locals now report that the polluted waters are doing more harm than good.  Read More

Tiny technology that can find pollution in South Africa’s water and trap it

Water pollution in South Africa, as in other developing countries, poses a significant health and economic threat. Read More

Breaking the stigma on waste reclaimers of Johannesburg

Waste reclaimers are seen as nothing more than homeless nuisances, but their invaluable work saves municipalities millions of rands each year, not to mention landfil...  Read More

Sewage discharge requires urgent interventions

Untreated sewage being discharged into Gauteng’s rivers is adversely affecting critical ecosystems, communities and economic opportunities, says political party De...  Read More

E-waste crisis sparks recycling initiative in Limpopo

A government-backed initiative is paying residents to recycle e-waste, helping to reduce toxic pollution and improve waste management. Read More

Pollution Has Finally Turned The Klip River Toxic

The Klip River in Gauteng has turned into a “chemical reservoir” as the vital water source feeding into the Vaal River System finally reached critical pollution ...  Read More

SA Companies Urged to Fast-track Compliance to Incoming Plastics Legislation

SAP is urging South African companies to prepare for incoming plastic legislation to protect profit and the planet. Read More

South Africa Unites for a Waste-free Future on International Day of Zero Wate

On 30 March, the world observes the International Day of Zero Waste, an occasion dedicated to raising awareness and fostering global action towards waste reduction, ...  Read More

Toxic storm brewing in Soweto’s Snake Park neighbourhood

n Snake Park, the evidence of sickness is written in gold dust. Its source towers over the Soweto neighbourhood: a mine dump, loaded with toxic metals, relics of an ...  Read More