MTN Bushfire is greening its fire and going compostable

Described by CNN as one of the ‘7 African music festivals you really have to see’, MTN Bushfire is an iconic celebration of creative expression. It attracts talent and attendees from across Africa and around the world. Together with supporting and celebrating the arts, MTN Bushfire is also a platform that promotes social responsibility and…

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Visioning the Future

After the shake-up and stripping down that was 2020, we’re looking ahead with a strong appreciation for the simple things – the cherished essentials of life. We believe in green business because it protects these things, the things we love and need most. To lead healthy, thriving lives we need healthy, thriving environments.

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GREEN HOME in the News: July 2019

GREEN HOME on SABC 3’s Expresso This Plastic Free July we’re chatting up a storm with South Africa’s media. The plastic pollution crisis is a hot topic and we’re doing all we can to get our plant-based and biodegradable message out there. We were thrilled to join the conversation live on SABC3, ETV, Cape Talk…

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Bioplastics – Lifting the lid on Compostable Plastics

The Organics Recycling Association of South Africa (ORASA) held a half day seminar titled ‘Demystifying Bioplastics’ on 11 July 2019 at the V&A Waterfront Clock Tower in Cape Town. The event aimed to shed light on compostable bioplastic packaging, while bringing various stakeholders in the organic recycling, packaging, retail, research and government sectors together. There were…

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ORASA Launch Event in Cape Town

On 18 March 2019 the Organics Recycling Association of South Africa (ORASA) held its official launch event at Hotel Verde in Cape Town.   YWaste’s Emile Fourie MC’d in front of a full house. ORASA’s launch is certainly timely. With organic waste to landfill bans fast approaching in the Western Cape, the need for collaboration…

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