Plastics SA Reports Increased Recycled Plastics Usage and Improvements in South Africa's Recycling Rates
CIRCULAR ECONOMY & RECYCLING
Plastics SA released its 2024 plastics consumption report, highlighting a 67% increase in recyclate consumption and a mechanical recycling rate of 28.4%. Total plastics recycled reached 471,000 tonnes, with significant growth in various polymers.
The packaging sector leads plastic use, while challenges in waste management persist. Plastics SA calls for improved municipal waste systems and collaboration among stakeholders to enhance recycling efforts.
Feb 5, 2026, 2:54 PM
