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See what’s happening in the world of recycling in South Africa.
Think Before You Throw: Join the Glass Recycling Challenge This November
South Africans are once again being called to action as The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) launches the #GlassRecyclingChallenge 2025, running throughout November. The goal: to collect 280 tons of glass across Johannesburg, Pretoria, and Cape Town – proving that...
Raising a glass to green: restaurants champion recycling and sustainability
From renowned wineries and bustling - restaurants to beloved local eateries South Africa’s hospitality sector is proving that good taste goes far beyond what’s on the plate. The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is proud to celebrate some of our performing...
Wine, dine and recycle: how hospitality is pouring back into glass recycling
South Africa’s reputation for fine wine and dining is well earned. Recycling done right: this restaurant keeps glass in circulation with help from TGRC glass banks. From the oak-lined lanes of Constantia to the bustling pavements of Johannesburg, the hospitality...
From kitchen habits to climate action: how glass can change the world
Johannesburg, September 2025 — Big changes often start with small habits. As South Africa celebrates National Recycling Month this September, The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), South Africa’s official Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for glass packaging, is...
How Gershwin Kohler is turning township waste into opportunity
With heart, hustle and three trucks, this Cape Town entrepreneur is proving that glass isn’t just recyclable – it’s a catalyst for change. At 64, Gershwin Kohler isn’t slowing down, he’s picking up the pace. From his home in Belhar, Cape Town, he runs Blue Sky...
From Boksburg to Kuruman: How glass recycling built a legacy for Silas Phasha and his community
What started with one man and a single bakkie in Boksburg has become a powerful force for change in Gauteng and the Northern Cape. Silas Phasha, founder of Boki Trading Enterprise, has spent nearly two decades proving that recycling isn’t just about waste — it’s about...