Leachate is a contaminated liquid formed when rainwater or moisture percolates through waste, absorbing various pollutants. Its complex and variable nature makes treatment difficult. Leachate management often begins before the leachate is even...
As South Africans mark Plastic Free July by rethinking their packaging choices, data shows the country has recovered 1.3 million tonnes of paper and packaging materials, diverting 72.1% of recyclable paper from landfill, up from 59.2% in 2023. The...
The Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA)’s Central Branch is proud to present its Integrated Waste Management Training Programme, taking place from 19–21 August 2025 at the EduTech Training Centre in Midrand, Gauteng. This...
In South Africa, the tyre recycling sector is still largely focused on shredding, crumb production, and energy recovery. Unlike other continents, there is no operational large-scale devulcanisation plant. Introducing one could not only open up new...
