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Young forestry and paper researchers urged to put South African bioproduct innovation on the map
With the world’s attention focused on finding greener solutions and cleaner technologies, an opportunity is ripe for young scientists and engineers in the forest product and paper sectors to step up to the challenge.The International Council of Forests and Paper Associations (ICFPA) invites students and young researchers to submit their work for the 2018-2019 edition […]
SA’s paper recycling 2020 target of 70% reached three years early
JOHANNESBURG (5 June, 2018, World Environment Day) — The Paper Recycling Association of South Africa (RecyclePaperZA) has announced the 2017 paper recycling rates. Last year the paper recycling industry along with conscientious consumers and thousands of collectors kept 1,3 million tonnes of paper and paper, boxes and liquid packaging out of landfill. This would fill 1,539 Olympic-sized swimming […]
Paper industry association opens applications for Master of Engineering bursary recruitment programme
Are you a chemical engineering graduate with aspirations to further your studies in the disruptive fields of biotechnology and biochemistry? Opportunity is knocking as the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) invites applications for its Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) bursary recruitment programme. For the eighth year running, PAMSA is reaching out to post-graduate chemical […]
Earth Day and World Book Day: Unplug and Read a Paper Book
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We are well into the age of technology, living an always-on, always-connected lifestyle. But just as we still have bicycles among motor vehicles and pencils in our pen holder, paper will always be close to our computers and smart phones. With Earth Day on 22 April and World Book Day on 23 April, the Paper […]
Always on, always available? Time for a digital detox.
The digital revolution has transformed just about every aspect of our lives – and for the most part, that’s great. But what happens when too much tech becomes detrimental to our physical and mental health? As with most things in life, the experts advocate for moderation. The same is true for the devices which can […]
Mondi joins WWF’s Climate Savers business leadership programme
Global packaging and paper group adopts 2050 science-based targets to limit global temperature rise to under 2°C Vienna, 7 March 2018 – Mondi Group has joined the ranks of global climate leaders by signing up to Climate Savers, WWF’s climate leadership programme for businesses. The packaging and paper group commits to reduce its specific production-related greenhouse […]
Celebrate forests – International Day of Forests
Celebrate forests. Celebrate the things that come from them. March 21 marks the International Day of Forests with 2018 focusing on Forests and Sustainable Cities. Trees in urban areas, natural forests and plantations, store carbon and release oxygen which helps mitigate the impacts of climate change. They also filter and regulate water, protect wetlands and […]
Rolling out water
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Only 44.4% of South Africans have piped water inside their dwelling, with most having to collect water from an outside source. Through the Women in Water programme, the Water Institute of Southern Africa (WISA) has resolved to help address the water collection challenges rural women face, and has facilitated the donation of 23 Hippo Water Rollers. […]
Love in a Letter
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AF&PA Blog by Matiiapa Chindori-Chininga Coordinator, Paper Group In today’s world, it takes just a few seconds to type out an email or text or record a quick video or voice note. But despite all the convenience and availability of modern multimedia modes of communication, nothing beats the pleasure of opening the mailbox and finding, […]
World Wetlands Day – 2 February | Protecting our world’s water factories
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Protecting our world’s water factories – how the forest products sector is leading the way FACTS Wetlands are the most threatened of all South African ecosystems. Despite only making up 2.4% of the country’s landmass, wetlands play a big role in natural and urban areas, 50% of South Africa’s wetlands have been lost to human […]
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Forestry and Paper Sector supports youth in an effort to buildbackbetter
The effect of COVID-19 and lockdown on children and youngsters has been case for debate and study, from lack of access to data or devices for online learning to the mental health issues. It has also stirred many sectors not to “go back to normal” but to “build back better” (#BuildBackBetter) by mobilising resources, tackling […]
Mondi’s Donation – The Paper Story (PAMSA)
Mondi, a leading global packaging and paper group, has donated 100,000 FFP3/ N95 medical grade masks to protect frontline healthcare workers in KwaZulu Natal from Covid-19.These higher grade medical masks, which are much sought after, have been donated to The Solidarity Fund for delivery to the KwaZulu Natal Department of Health on Monday 15 June. […]
PAMSA Extends Application Deadline – The Paper Story (PAMSA)
Johannesburg – May 20, 2020 – The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) has extended the deadline for applications in its Masters of Engineering (M.Eng.) bursary and research programme until 22 June. The programme offers eligible BSc chemical engineering final-year students or graduates the opportunity to further their studies at participating universities by way of […]
Timber industry offers its resources and solutions to Government for housing and isolation units
Sawmilling South Africa (SSA) and the Institute for Timber Construction South Africa (ITC-SA) have offered the South African Government their combined resources, skills and expertise as part of their sector’s response to the Covid-19 pandemic. One of the many pressures that the pandemic has placed on South Africa is the pressing need to thin out […]
PAMSA Celebrates World Book Day – The Paper Story (PAMSA)
World Book Day, also known as World Book and Copyright Day, or International Day of the Book, is marked annually on April 23. This year however, it takes place at a time when the world news reads like a science fiction novel. Samantha Choles, spokesperson for the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA), says, […]
Sappi Donates Essential Items and Products for Coivd-19 Relief
In an effort to provide some relief during the COVID-19 Coronavirus global pandemic, Sappi Southern Africa has made available several donations of scarce items such as; hand sanitiser, face masks, nutritional porridge and paper products, to reduce pressure on the National Government’s resources as well as to support the most vulnerable during these extraordinary times. […]
Service Piece- Why You’re Unlikely to Contract Covid-19 From Packaging
The trouble with fighting an invisible enemy is precisely that – you can’t see it. And when that same enemy is highly contagious – and potentially on any surface you touch – it’s easy to see why people are worried about contracting the virus that causes Covid-19 from packaged goods. However, leading international health organisations […]
Paper & Tissue Value Chains to Operate During Lockdown
JOHANNESBURG, March 27, 2020 – The pulp, paper, packaging, recycling and tissue value chains will continue to operate as a “critical business continuity service” supporting the manufacturing, processing and distribution of essential goods and services during the lockdown, says the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA). The sector provides wood and recycled paper fibre for […]