With a growing awareness of the importance of waste reduction, research shows that recycling initiatives have gained momentum, bringing about numerous benefits for the community of Upington in the Northern Cape. Owner of a local recycling businesses says, of the key advantages of waste management and recycling initiatives in Upington is the preservation of natural resources. Recycling materials such as metal, plastic, and paper, is said to contribute the community not only reducing waste consumption of raw materials but this, in turn, helps decrease environmental degradation and promotes a more sustainable approach towards resource management. Johan du Toit, owner of Johan du Toit Recycling shares his mission saying the following…  INSERT [Johan van JDT recycling] Johan du Toit says local businesses involved in waste collection, sorting, and processing contribute to job creation and stimulate the local economy. Additionally, he elaborated on how recycling could possibly aid in the drug and crime dilemma in the local community.....  INSERT [recycling and tikkope] Johan ends by encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation in waste management and says Upington can attract new investments and foster a greener business environment. In return yielding a cleaner and healthier community.

Journalist: Tasha-Ree Kella
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