IWMSA Executive Officer, Nicolle de Bruyn, recently visited the Mooiplaats landfill and recycling facility, operated by The Waste Group, following an invitation from the organisation to gain first-hand insight into their operations. The Waste Group is a proud member of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa.

The visit provided valuable exposure to the day-to-day management of a general waste disposal site, including the systems and processes that ensure safe, compliant, and efficient landfill operations. It was particularly insightful to see how well-coordinated site management underpins environmental responsibility and service delivery at scale.

Such facilities play a critical role in the waste management value chain, and it was encouraging to observe the structured approach taken to operational oversight, compliance, and environmental stewardship.

IWMSA thanks The Waste Group for the opportunity to engage and for the informative walkthrough of their Mooiplaats facility.