Circular South Africa

South Africa’s home for circular economy, initiating and supporting ongoing circular economy activities, bridging silos and creating new partnerships and business opportunities to accelerate the transition.

About CSA

Circular South Africa (CSA) is a national platform accelerating South Africa’s transition to a just and inclusive circular economy. Acting as a connector across business, government, civil society, and academia, CSA makes circular economy knowledge accessible, fosters collaboration, and showcases circular economy initiatives and projects driving impactful solutions across the country.

Through resources, events, partnerships, and funding opportunities, CSA helps stakeholders to scale circular solutions and strengthen a sustainable circular economy network in South Africa.

COMING SOON

Circular Economy Short Course

This course provides a foundational understanding of how the circular economy is being applied across South Africa’s key sectors. It explores the economic, environmental, and social impacts of the circular transition, emphasising justice, equity, and inclusive job creation. The course will be launched in the beginning of 2026.

Key learning insights:
✅ CE principles in comparison to a linear economy
✅ Circular business models and strategies
✅ Real-world South African case studies 
✅ Systems thinking to understand interconnections & opportunities

No prior knowledge is required.

Get ready for Africa’s leading waste management conference & exhibition — where innovation meets sustainability. Secure your spot early and be part of the conversations shaping the future of waste and resource management.

Expression of interest to be sent to jochen.petersen@uct.ac.za

Circular Innovation South Africa (CISA), an initiative of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation hosted by the CSIR, supports government’s circular economy objectives as outlined in national STI frameworks. The upcoming webinar will outline progress within the initiative and

Become a Member

Becoming a member of Circular South Africa, at no cost, allows you to actively contribute to sustainable initiatives and play a pivotal role in shaping a more circular and responsible future for the country. Once you are signed up you can view other members and connect with them. Your engagement as a member is integral to our collective efforts towards fostering positive change.

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Please fill in the following information to become a member (free of charge). Information will be reviewed and than made available to other CSA members. Once signed up you can update your information, contribute to the knowledge hub and events, and connect to other CSA members through their LinkedIn.

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