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#MandelaMonth: Digital transformation with purpose – how tech leaders can channel Mandela’s vision

BET Software #MandelaMonth: Digital transformation with purpose – how tech leaders can channel Mandela’s vision

29 Jul 2025

Jacaranda FM’s Good Morning Angels celebrates 2 decades of changing lives

Jacaranda FM Jacaranda FM’s Good Morning Angels celebrates 2 decades of changing lives

28 Jul 2025

Nourishing hope: Rainbow Chicken unites for Mandela Day

Rainbow Chicken Nourishing hope: Rainbow Chicken unites for Mandela Day

28 Jul 2025

#MandelaMonth: 67 minutes, endless impact

BET Software #MandelaMonth: 67 minutes, endless impact

28 Jul 2025

City Lodge Hotels gives back on Mandela Day

City Lodge Hotels City Lodge Hotels gives back on Mandela Day

28 Jul 2025

Dentsu SSA makes real impact across Africa with One Day for Change 2025

Dentsu Dentsu SSA makes real impact across Africa with One Day for Change 2025

25 Jul 2025

Mandela Day: purpose in action

Sappi Mandela Day: purpose in action

24 Jul 2025

Hope rekindled and confidence restored at Soweto school on Mandela Day

Adopt-a-School Hope rekindled and confidence restored at Soweto school on Mandela Day

22 Jul 2025

Absa joins hands for Mandela Day 2025, packing meals for community upliftment

OnPoint PR Absa joins hands for Mandela Day 2025, packing meals for community upliftment

22 Jul 2025

Kena Foundation revitalises Mme Dimpho ECD Centre in honour of Mandela Day

Kena Outdoor Kena Foundation revitalises Mme Dimpho ECD Centre in honour of Mandela Day

22 Jul 2025

Coronation joins the fight against hunger this Mandela Day

Coronation Coronation joins the fight against hunger this Mandela Day

21 Jul 2025

The Tsabedze Foundation united for 67 minutes, in honour of Mandela Day

Afrirent Holdings The Tsabedze Foundation united for 67 minutes, in honour of Mandela Day

21 Jul 2025

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Microplastics' escalating threat to SA health, environment

21 Jul 2025

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Sibanye-Stillwater to acquire US PGM refinery for $82m

21 Jul 2025

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Rise of green manufacturing: Future-proofing Africa through sustainability

Sachin Chanderdhev 18 Jul 2025

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#WorldPopulationDay: Urgent solutions for the global waste crisis amid population surge

Justin Bott 11 Jul 2025

Coca-Cola rolls out 2-litre returnable PET bottles

Coca-Cola rolls out 2-litre returnable PET bottles

9 Jul 2025

#IFATAfrica: Water at heart of SA’s innovation

#IFATAfrica: Water at heart of SA’s innovation

9 Jul 2025

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Backpedalling on PPS will devastate scrap metals

8 Jul 2025

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Gen Z and the sustainability paradox: Why ideals and shopping habits don’t always align

Melise Panetta 7 Jul 2025

Africa’s sustainability changemakers unite: YES ESG and Beyond Awards

Africa’s sustainability changemakers unite: YES ESG and Beyond Awards

ESG Africa Conference 4 Jul 2025

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How Desco is tackling Africa’s e-waste

3 Jul 2025

The sustainability edge: Beyond Earth Day, why going green is good for business

The sustainability edge: Beyond Earth Day, why going green is good for business

Business Partners Limited 3 Jul 2025

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Legislative compliance: How retailers can reach net zero

Emily Gammon and Paula-Ann Novotny 2 Jul 2025

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Skubu refill store debuts in South Africa

1 Jul 2025

With support from Sappi, Baleti Estate in Mpumalanga has diversified into honey production—selling at Ngodwana Farm Stall and gaining skills through ongoing training and certification.

Sappi boosts local enterprise with MSME investment

Sappi 1 Jul 2025

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Africa Textile Talks returns under the theme 'Thread with Care'

1 Jul 2025

How this entrepreneur is creating jobs in waste management

How this entrepreneur is creating jobs in waste management

27 Jun 2025

Petco’s efforts saved 76,000m³ of South Africa’s scarce landfill space in 2024. Image supplied.

How Petco saved 76,000m³ of recyclable packaging in 2024

26 Jun 2025

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How these high schoolers are tackling the drinking water crisis

25 Jun 2025

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#UpcyclingDay: How local women breathe new life into bread bags

24 Jun 2025

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How embracing the circular economy can be a game-changer for businesses

Dan Smith 19 Jun 2025

Smartfill calls on FMCG brands to join circular innovation drive in Thembisa

Smartfill calls on FMCG brands to join circular innovation drive in Thembisa

DY/DX 18 Jun 2025

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GISTM compliance crucial for sustainable mining water management

18 Jun 2025

A lack of refuse removal services in Caledon’s Riemvasmaak informal settlement results in waste being dumped at the bottom of the hill on the bank of the Bath River. Riemvasmaak resident Anele Boyce said the dumping problem could be reduced if the municipality supplied bin bags and a skip. Photos: Steve Kretzmann

Sewage, garbage, dirty water: Theewaterskloof is in a mess after years of bad management

Steve Kretzmann 17 Jun 2025

Insights into H&M and WWF's partnership for a more sustainable future

Insights into H&M and WWF's partnership for a more sustainable future

9 Jun 2025

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#WorldEnvironmentDay: New recycling initiative to minimise SA's impact on Antarctica

6 Jun 2025

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Pick n Pay ends the 'plastic revolution' with Reverse Vending Machines

5 Jun 2025

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