Latest newsSappi has partnered with Agricolleges to introduce the first batch of four online forestry skills courses. Forestry South Africa (FSA) FSA firmly supports this initiative, as the provision of quality, affordable education is critical if we are to make forestry more accessible. Hosted on Agricolleges’ innovative platform, these courses are designed to uplift technical forestry skills for the broader industry using the strong training foundation established by Sappi Khulisa’s learning programme. 2 May 2025 Read more Gaining momentum on our sustainability journey 17 Apr 2025 Read more Sappi Forests is proud to celebrate an extraordinary safety achievement by its Zululand Coastal team, which has reached the milestone of 10 million Lost Time Injury Free (LTIF) hours. To put this into perspective, 10 million LTIF hours is the equivalent of 1,141 years of continuous work 24/7 for one person. With the last recorded lost time incident occurring on November 18, 2018, this milestone reflects more than 2,330 days (more than six years) of unwavering dedication to safety and teamwork. 4 Apr 2025 Read more It was back to school with a bang this year for many of Sappi’s neighbouring schools throughout the KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga regions, thanks to Sappi’s impactful ‘Back to School’ paper donation and matric excellence campaign. Reaffirming its commitment to education as a catalyst for long-term growth, Sappi has once again provided vital educational resources to schools in and around their communities neighbouring their mills and forestry sites. 26 Mar 2025 Read more Marked annually on 22 March, World Water Day highlights the importance of water in all its forms – from oceans and glaciers to river systems and wetlands. As the lifeblood of our planet, water sustains ecosystems, economies, and communities. 24 Mar 2025 Read more Global Recycling Day, observed every year on 18 March, celebrates the vital role that recycling plays in preserving the planet for future generations. This year’s theme, #RecyclingHeroes, shines a spotlight on the individuals, organisations, and initiatives driving sustainable practices and empowering communities worldwide. 20 Mar 2025 Read more An ability to visualise, design, and craft furniture is a talent that a young man in the Hlokozi area in KwaZulu-Natal has been honing into a meticulous craft over several years. He has combined his ability to design and create furniture with his hand skills to bring these designs to life through his carpentry skills, and he has been given a chance to grow his business thanks to support from Sappi’s ESD (Enterprise Supplier Development) team. 28 Feb 2025 Read more The streets of Pretoria were buzzing with energy on Saturday, 15 February, as more than 4,000 runners and walkers of all levels took on the Sappi TuksRace – some chasing personal bests, with others simply soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. 21 Feb 2025 Read more Sappi Southern Africa and Enpower Trading are pleased to announce the successful achievement of reaching Financial Close on their groundbreaking 175 GWh per annum, five-year renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This milestone signals a critical step forward in the implementation of the project, which will see Sappi reduce its carbon footprint while advancing South Africa’s renewable energy sector. 13 Feb 2025 Read more Commenting on the group’s results, Sappi chief executive officer Steve Binnie said: “Despite continued challenging global macroeconomic conditions and weak paper markets I am pleased that the group delivered Adjusted EBITDA of $203m, which was ahead of expectations and substantially above last year.” 11 Feb 2025 Read more World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on 2 February, highlights the critical ecological services provided by wetlands and their threatened conservation status. This day also serves as a reminder of the significant role Sappi Southern Africa plays in protecting these vital habitats through active and sustained environmental stewardship. 3 Feb 2025 Read more As the new school year kicks off, Sappi Typek is excited to announce a special 'back to school' promotion that promises to inspire and support students along their educational journey. This unique competition invites entrants to share how Typek products can help shape their future, with fantastic prizes up for grabs. 16 Jan 2025 Read more It was an eye-opening, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for two Sappi Khulisa growers to attend a green technologies-focused forestry training programme in China recently. This initiative, organised by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development (DALRRD), aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to align their agricultural practices with global sustainability and food security goals. 15 Jan 2025 Read more Sappi Limited - the diversified global woodfibre group - is proud to announce the publication of its FY2024 Global Annual Integrated and Sustainability Reports, underscoring the company’s commitment to delivering holistic value through its Thrive strategy across its core priorities: Prosperity, People, and Planet. Despite navigating ongoing global macroeconomic challenges, Sappi achieved milestones that reinforce its leadership in business resilience and sustainability. 20 Dec 2024 Read more Sappi is proud to announce that our 2023 Annual Report and 2023 and 2024 corporate calendars have been awarded gold for print excellence at the recent prestigious GAPP Awards. 5 Dec 2024 Read more TuksSport and the University of Pretoria is proud to announce that Sappi - global pulp and paper group headquartered in South Africa - has come on board as the new naming sponsor of the annual TuksRace. The well -known Pretoria 21/10km event arranged by TuksSport and TuksAthletics, is scheduled for 15 February, and the sponsorship agreement of the Sappi TuksRace will extend from 2025 to 2029. 29 Nov 2024 Read more In a strong demonstration of its ongoing commitment to supporting investment in KwaZulu-Natal, Sappi Southern Africa has pledged to invest R10.8bn in the province over the next five years. This significant pledge was announced by SappiSA CEO Alex Thiel at the KZN Investment Conference, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC in Durban on 11 and 12 November 2024. 19 Nov 2024 Read more South Africa headquartered global pulp and paper group Sappi Limited is pleased to announce that it has been ranked seventh globally, and is one of only four South African firms recognised in the 2024 list of World’s Top Companies for Women by Forbes magazine and Statista. 11 Nov 2024 Read more As we celebrate Arbor Month, it is crucial to highlight the importance of conserving and protecting our trees, especially those used in traditional medicine. The traditional medicine trade in South Africa is a significant industry, valued at R2.9bn annually and accounting for 5.6% of the national health budget. This vibrant trade supports 27 million consumers and provides a livelihood for at least 133,000 people, many of whom are rural women. However, the sustainability of this trade is at risk due to the unsustainable harvesting of plant material from the wild, involving around 771 species. 6 Sep 2024 Read more In our fast-paced world, typified by its burgeoning consumerism and its use and discard mentality, fashion is a fickle mistress and responsible textile production is fraught with challenges. With landfill sites choking up with yesterday's fast fashion fads, and dubious manufacturing, environmental and labour practices rife in the industry, it’s good to know that there are organisations and companies that are not only taking heed, but leading the way in better, more responsible and ethical textile production practices. 21 Aug 2024 Read more
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