Paper Recycling
Paper recycling is the collection and processing of used paper products to make new paper products and involves a number of steps before it even gets to the paper mill.
Paper Industry
PAMSA supports the South African pulp and paper industry in pre-competitive and common areas of environmental issues, education and training, and research and development.
Paper Explained
Paper has a fascinating history. Developed centuries ago, it has been through the mill – literally and figuratively – in terms of what it’s made from and how it is made.
About PAMSA
The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) lives and breathes all things paper. As an industry association, it looks after the pre-competitive legislative, education, environment, research and recycling interests of the pulp, paper, board and tissue sector in South Africa.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Latest News
Find the latest trends, topics, and news surrounding paper, paper recycling, and the paper industry.

Inaugural Youth Month webinar shines a spotlight on forestry careers for unemployed graduates
In celebration of Youth Month and ahead of National Youth Day, the Forest Sector Charter Council (FSCC) and Forestry South Africa (FSA) joined forces to host the first-ever FSCC Youth Webinar, themed “Raise Your Hand to Be Part of the Discussion”.

Global Conversations, Local Impact
In early May 2025, global forest sector leaders convened in New York for a series of high-level meetings, including the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF), the International Council of Forest and Paper Associations (ICFPA) CEO Roundtable, and the 66th Session of the Advisory Committee on Sustainable Forest-Based Industries (ACSFI).
Final call for future chemical engineers: applications for paper industry research programme close 27 June
Final-year students and recent graduates in BSc and BEng Chemical Engineering have until 27 June to apply for the 2026–2027 PAMSA Master’s in Engineering Bursary and Research Programme.
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