South Africa is facing a mounting waste management crisis, with its growing population and economy generating increasing amounts of waste. More than 50 million tonnes of general waste are produced each year, but only a third of this is recycled, leaving the remaining waste to clog up landfill sites, illegal dumps, or pollute the environment. This unsustainable trajectory is pushing the country closer to an environmental tipping point.
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According to News24, the municipality is struggling with waste removal in some informal settlements after terminating a contract with a supplier of rubbish removal bags.
Consistency in waste management in both formal and informal areas has been badly impacted. Despite efforts by the City to dispatch teams to affected areas, residents have been complaining of their refuse being collected late or not at all. In Dunoon, this has led to mounds of uncollected domestic waste, attracting more flies and rodents than usual.
The circular economy goes beyond waste management or recycling, and rather “signifies a comprehensive approach to sustainable transformation, encompassing social, environmental and economic aspects”.
In an exciting leap towards a greener, more sustainable future, Asher Africa is thrilled to announce its recent appointment as the official distributor for Asher waste management technology in South Africa and the entire African continent.
The team at Asher Africa is brimming with enthusiasm as we embark on this journey, dedicated to revolutionizing waste management, reducing environmental impact, and transforming the way we deal with waste. With the Asher technology in our arsenal, we are poised to make a real and lasting difference in South Africa and across the African continent.
The Asher allows for treatment-at-source in various locations such as residential communities, remote areas, factories, hotels, islands, universities, hospitals, mines, shopping malls, or any large premises. With a potential of achieving up to 90% landfill diversions, The Asher reduces long-term environmental impact on soil, rivers and the oceans. Additionally, the non-harmful ash from the Asher can be repurposed as a natural substance in fertilisers, soil conditioners, and construction fillers.