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Fibre Circle is a government-recognised producer responsibility organisation (PRO) for the paper and paper packaging sector.

A government-recognised producer responsibility organisation (PRO). We manage extended producer responsibility programmes to keep paper and paper packaging, which are renewable and recyclable products, out of South Africa’s landfills. This helps to create clean, dignified living and working environments for all South Africans. Fibre Circle seeks to achieve this by:

• Raising awareness and educati

ng consumers and stakeholders on the re-use, recovery and recycling of paper
and paper packaging.
• Managing EPR fees responsibly and transparently.
• Facilitating the creation of businesses and jobs.
• Recycling of paper and paper packaging.
• Offering relevant training and development to individuals involved in the recycling industry.
• Innovation, research and development of packaging, infrastructure and beneficiation solutions.

01/06/2026

Green Futures Start with You(th)! This June, we’re celebrating the power and potential of South Africa’s youth.

As we approach Youth Day, we’ll be shining a spotlight on green jobs in the recycling industry and the many ways young people can be part of building a cleaner, more sustainable future. The recycling economy is more than waste collection. It is an opportunity space filled with pathways into entrepreneurship, buy-back centres, recyclable material collection services, sorting, transporting, and community education. A circular economy ♻.

The future is centred around sustainability, and it starts with you(th).

29/05/2026

This Fibre Fact Friday, innovation plays an important role in building a more sustainable future ♻️

Through initiatives like the Kadant Autolab pilot plant, Fibre Circle is supporting innovation and progress in South Africa’s paper and paper packaging recycling industry, aligning with SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 🌍

Link to full article: https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/pilot-plant-development-making-headway-2026-03-27

27/05/2026

Innovation plays an important role in building a more sustainable future ♻️

Through initiatives like the Kadant Autolab pilot plant, Fibre Circle is supporting innovation and progress in South Africa’s paper and paper packaging recycling industry, aligning with SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 🌍

Link to full article: https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/pilot-plant-development-making-headway-2026-03-27

25/05/2026

It’s Africa Day, and we’re spotlighting another innovation turning waste into energy in South Africa ♻️⚡

Certain waste materials (such as paper and plastic that cannot be recycled) can be compacted into fuel pellets and used in cement factories to replace coal during cement production. This can help reduce carbon emissions and divert waste from landfill.

While this technology is still in its early stages in South Africa, it represents an important step towards a circular economy 🌍

22/05/2026

Recycling is more than just about waste; it’s part of building a more sustainable future ♻️🌍

This Fibre Fact Friday highlights just some of the main Sustainable Development Goals aligned with recycling and the circular economy. Through its work, Fibre Circle contributes to environmental protection, climate action, sustainable communities, and green economic opportunities.

Together, we can keep valuable materials in the loop and create lasting impact.

20/05/2026

As Africa Day approaches, we’re spotlighting innovative sustainability-focused research taking place in South Africa 💡

By funding PhD research at Stellenbosch University, Fibre Circle is supporting research exploring how wastepaper can be converted into BioEthanol ♻️🔬

15/05/2026

This Fibre Fact Friday, we’re focusing on innovation! Transforming what was once waste into something useful ♻️ Label backing paper doesn’t have to end up in landfill. Instead, it can be recycled into everyday products like tissue and insulation that help keep buildings warm and energy-efficient. It’s all part of keeping materials in the loop and building a smarter, more sustainable future 🌍.
Shout out to one of our members, Twinsaver for keeping it in the loop!

13/05/2026

Change begins with us – in our homes, our schools or offices, and in our everyday choices. Let’s choose green habits ♻️

11/05/2026

♻️🏆 And the winners are in! 🏆♻️
A massive congratulations to our 2026 Zithande Mzansi Back2School Recycling Champions!

The winners are:
🥇 Palmview Primary
🥈 Olympia Primary
🥉 Northview Primary

The special awards go to:
🌱 Greenest School: Olympia Primary
♻️ Top SMME Collector: Phoenix for the Planet

From old books, to cardboard and notebooks, these schools recycled like champions and helped keep valuable paper waste out of landfill 💚. Thank you to every learner, teacher, parent, and recycling partner who took part. Together, we’re building cleaner schools and a stronger circular economy for South Africa!

08/05/2026

Fibre Circle is helping turn public employment into long-term opportunity. In partnership with DFFE and Lejweleputswa District Municipality, we are proud to support the expansion of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) into the first-of-its-kind EPWP Cleaning, Greening & Recycling Project.

Through this initiative, 550 EPWP participants will be trained to collect recyclable materials, understand the recycling value chain, and form cooperatives that can grow into sustainable waste businesses.

To help them begin safely and with dignity, Fibre Circle also gifted all participants with PPE as they start their journey as future Waste-preneurs. With support from our buy-back centre partners, GreenKid and Big Malaisha, this project is helping build cleaner communities, local livelihoods, and a stronger circular economy.

Address

16 Culross Road, Culross Court, North Block, First Floor
Sandton
2152

Telephone

+27115933144

Website

https://linktr.ee/fibre.circle

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