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.
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.
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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.
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
Course Price: R1,495.00 once-off. Lifetime access
Every day, businesses across South Africa are finding smarter ways to reduce waste, extend the life of products, and create value from materials that might otherwise be thrown away. Whether you repair, reuse, refill, remanufacture, recycle or redesign, your work is helping to build a more circular future.
We’re looking for businesses of all sizes to share their stories as part of Circular South Africa’s growing collection of circular economy case studies.
The Circular Economy Summit 2026 will take place from 14 to 16 October at the University of Limpopo, Turfloop Campus, under the theme: “Empowering Tomorrow’s Leaders: Advancing the Circular Economy Through Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Research and Collaboration.” The Summit will
On 12 and 13 October, TheRockGroup and E-waste Recycling Authority (ERA) will host the South Africa 2026 Local Circularity Summit and E-Waste Festival at Maker’s Landing, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. The event will bring together stakeholders working across circular economy,
In this session, Junaid Francis from Petco will explore how Petco brings together collection, recycling, and end-use markets, sharing key considerations and lessons from the model.
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.
