Working to Help Establish a Sustainable Waste Management System for South Africa Since 2008
The EPR Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA) is a registered Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) with The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) for the Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE), Lighting, Portable Batteries, Lubricant Oils and Paper and Packaging Sectors.
Types of Waste
EEE
Lighting
Paper & Packaging
Portable Batteries
Our EPR Liable Members:
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Waste Regulations
The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations for the Electronic and Electric (WEEE) sectors are of significance to all Producers, Distributors, and Retailers.
It is essential to ensure your compliance with South Africa’s Environmental and Waste Regulations.
The National Environmental Management Waste Act (NEMWA) No. 59/2008 makes provision for the implementation of EPR programmes in South Africa.
Find out more under the Resources section of our website.
On 5 November 2020, the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) published Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations for the Electronic and Electric (WEEE) sectors.
Find out more under the Resources section of our website.
Additional Government Gazettes and Notices have been published by the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries.
Find out more under the Resources section of our website.
Waste FAQ
Wondering about e-waste management?
Need to know more about Lighting, Paper & Packaging recycling?
Visit the FAQ section of our website for answers.
Where to Recycle
Looking to recycle e-Waste?
Use our map to find an eWASA-affiliated recycler near you.
For general recycling collection sites, visit this site.