Earth Day is a serious reminder that our Earth is the only planet available to us. We need to look after it by protecting land, sea and air for future generations and the wildlife that depend on it. Plan a clean-up of your school, office or a park or river near you and create awareness […]
Observed annually on May 25th, Africa Day is a vibrant celebration of the African continent's diverse cultures, history and achievements.
World Environment Day, celebrated annually on June 5th, serves as a powerful reminder of our responsibility to protect and preserve the natural world. Established by the United Nations in 1972, it has grown into a global platform for raising awareness and driving action on critical environmental issues such as climate change, deforestation, pollution, and biodiversity […]
Foodborne diseases remain a major global burden, causing at least 200 illnesses that affect health, livelihoods, education and economies. Yet, they are largely preventable. The theme of World Food Safety Day 2026, From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere, highlights how data on illness, its burden and lost lives can guide action towards focused and cost-effective […]
Research has shown that 80% of litter found in oceans, originates inland. Due to human behaviour of littering and lack of waste management, waste finds its way into rivers which eventually lead to our oceans. The plastics industry and partners are taking action by identifying river catchment areas in the various provinces and assisting with […]
2026 is the 30th year that Plastics SA will be coordinating South Africa’s participation in the International Coastal Clean-up – the world’s biggest volunteer effort for ocean health. For more information on how you can get involved visit www.cleanupandrecycle.co.za
Do something during this Cleanup and Recycle Week. Clean a river bed near you!
Clean-ups have allowed for greater awareness and monitoring of the marine litter problem. Thanks to the ongoing commitment of organisations such as Ocean Conservancy, The United Nations Environmental Program (UNEP), The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), The African Waste Network and Plastics|SA, who have added their weight to ensuring that more people in Africa, […]