CapeTowner

According to the City of Cape Town, managing food waste responsibly has become increasingly important, especially as organic waste is now banned from landfills by the provincial government.

FOOD BASKET

The festive season often means fuller tables, bigger celebrations, and, unfortunately, more food going to waste. But with a few simple changes at home, residents can…

Own Correspondent

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At the prize handover, Petco congratulated the pupils and teachers of Liesbeeck Primary School who took part in the competition. Pictured are Petco representatives Samu Mkhize (left) and Junaid Francis.

RECYCLE

Five Mitchells Plain schools have collectively diverted 2.5 tonnes of recyclable waste from landfill after taking part in a recycling competition aimed at promoting environmental…

Own Correspondent

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Stakeholders at the recent launch of the Absorbent Hygiene Products (AHP) Waste Forum at the University of the Western Cape.

WASTE MANAGEMENT

New research showing that disposable nappies can take up to 500 years to decompose, and that South Africa generates about 900 000 tons of nappy waste annually, has prompted…

Staff Reporter

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waste management

Simple ways to reduce food waste as the festive season winds down

Mitchells Plain schools divert 2.5 tonnes of waste from landfill in recycling challenge

Waste Forum launches at UWC to tackle rising environmental risks of disposable nappies