Tiny ‘microplastic’ particles could be harmful to our health by damaging the body’s immune system, a new study finds. A growing body of evidence suggests that fragments of plastic are finding their way into every stage of the food...
A report by academics from the University of Cape Town has cast doubt on the widespread belief that plastics found on the world’s oceans stem from land based sources. The study suggested that the source of these plastics could actually be shipping...
Unilever South Africa and the African Reclaimer Organisation are partnering with Wits University to help uplift waste pickers. The Johannesburg-based pilot project will focus on educating and encouraging communities to play their part in...
People who litter and dump waste illegally, should start shaking in their boots, because Cape Town City’s Anti-littering and Dumping Task Team will be out in full force to bring those who dump to book. If found to be on the wrong side of the law,...