Turning E-waste into Opportunity: A Green Solution to South Africa’s Unemployment Crisis
South Africa’s youth unemployment rate crisis is a concerning issue, with recent data released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) indicating that approximately 24% of tertiary graduates are unemployed. This paints a bleak picture of the future for our talented youth, and it needs innovative solutions that can simultaneously address unemployment and other challenges. A […]
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Electronics: Why Quality and Refurbishment Matter for South Africa’s Future
As economic pressures mount, many South Africans are finding themselves with less disposable income — and are understandably looking for ways to stretch every rand further. One of the ways this plays out is in the purchase of electronic equipment. Consumers are increasingly turning to cheaper options, often unknowingly trading short-term savings for long-term losses. […]
The Battery Recycling Process
In our previous article, we explored the different types of batteries which can be sent to EWaste Africa for safe and responsible end-of-life management. Now we would like to share what happens next and how these batteries are recycled or refurbished in a way that’s both environmentally friendly and legally compliant. From a circular economy […]
What’s in a Battery? Understanding the Power Within
At EWaste Africa, our customers ask us questions like: “Why are batteries considered hazardous?” or “Why are some batteries recyclable while others are not?” To understand this, it helps to start with the basics. A battery is not a single entity; it’s actually a pack made up of multiple individual cells. These cells are connected […]
The Role of the ICT Sector in Promoting a Circular Economy
Reading time: 4 minutes As the world faces the growing challenge of electronic waste (e-waste), the information and communications technology (ICT) sector has a unique opportunity to lead the way in reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability. At EWaste Africa, we believe that by adopting circular economy principles, the ICT sector can make a significant […]
The Need for PV Module Recycling in South Africa
Reading time: 3 minutes South Africa currently has approximately 26 million photovoltaic (PV) modules installed. These are the solar panels that generate electricity from sunlight. The vast majority of these panels will reach the end of their useful life within the next 20 years. The first round of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement […]
Ensuring Legal Compliance in E-Waste Management: Our Service to You
At EWaste Africa, legal compliance is at the core of everything we do. South Africa has some of the most comprehensive waste management regulations globally, with strict requirements governing the handling, transportation, and disposal of e-waste. From the ban on e-waste disposal into landfill to the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, businesses must navigate a […]
EWaste Africa Featured on The Big Small Business Show!
We are thrilled to share that EWaste Africa was recently featured on The Big Small Business Show, which aired on 25 October 2024. This was a fantastic opportunity to highlight the importance of responsible e-waste management and our mission to make a positive environmental impact across South Africa. Missed the episode? No worries – you […]
Watercycle Technologies and EWaste Africa Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Sustainable Lithium Recovery from E-waste
Johannesburg, South Africa – EWaste Africa (EWA), a leading electronic and lighting waste management company, and Watercycle Technologies (WT), a UK-based deep tech company specialising in critical minerals recovery, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 27 March 2024. This strategic partnership aims to advance the sustainable recovery of valuable materials, such as lithium, […]
EWaste Africa Named on the 2023 Cleantech 50 to Watch
EWaste Africa, a South African e-waste recycling company, has been named on Cleantech Group’s 2023 Cleantech 50 to Watch.
