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Project Proposa Empowering People with Disabilities Our project is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with disabilities by providing essential equipment and opportunities that restore dignity, independence, and hope. Many individuals in our community face daily challenges simply because they do not have access to basic mobility or income-generating tools. Something as simple as a wheelchair can restore freedom of movement, while a sewing machine can create an opportunity for someone to earn a living and support themselves and their families. This initiative aims to raise funds and secure sponsorships to provide: Wheelchairs for individuals with mobility challenges Sewing machines and equipment for people who wish to learn sewing skills and start small home-based businesses Basic training and support to help individuals develop sustainable skills By empowering people with disabilities with the right tools, we are not only helping them move and work more freely,...
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  Stone Pony: Circular Construction & Recycling Innovation Stone Pony Circular Construction & Recycling Innovation is an initiative that promotes sustainable development through the principles of the circular economy in the construction industry. The focus is on reducing waste, reusing materials, and recycling construction by-products into new, valuable resources. Instead of the traditional “take–make–dispose” model, Stone Pony supports a closed-loop system, where materials such as rubble, concrete, plastics are repurposed into construction inputs like bricks, pavers, or eco-friendly building materials. Key Focus Areas: Recycling Construction Waste: Transforming demolition and building waste into reusable materials. Sustainable Building Solutions: Developing environmentally friendly construction products. Circular Economy Practices: Minimizing landfill waste and maximizing resource efficiency. Community Empowerment: Creating jobs and skills development opportunities ...
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Turning e-waste into opportunity. ♻ At the USE IT Circular Economy Innovation Site in Hammarsdale, Electronic Cemetery is helping transform discarded electronics into valuable resources while creating local economic opportunity. Through responsible e-waste collection, dismantling, and recycling, Electronic Cemetery ensures that hazardous electronic waste is diverted from landfills and processed safely. But the story doesn’t end there… Their refurbishment division, RefurbSA, based in Hillcrest, gives computers and IT equipment a second life by repairing and upgrading devices so they can be reused by businesses, schools, and communities. This approach supports the circular economy by: Reducing electronic waste Recovering valuable materials Extending the life of technology Creating skills and jobs in the green economy Every device recovered is one less item in landfill — and one more opportunity for technology to keep working for people. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gEPdGpc https://vt...
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  ♻️ Turning Waste into Opportunity At the USE-IT Circular Economy Innovation Site in Hammarsdale, waste is no longer seen as a problem - it’s a resource that can drive enterprise development, job creation, and environmental impact. Through innovative projects and partnerships, USE-IT Waste Beneficiation (RF) NPC is demonstrating how circular economy solutions can: 🏭 Support emerging SMMEs ♻️ Divert waste from landfill 👷 Create sustainable jobs 🌍 Reduce carbon emissions From waste beneficiation and recycling initiatives to innovative building materials and organic waste solutions, our site serves as a living demonstration of how waste can be transformed into opportunity. 🎥 Watch the video to see how circular economy innovation is creating real impact in Hammarsdale: https://lnkd.in/dBzyhY-n If you’re interested in partnering, investing, or supporting circular economy innovation, we’d love to hear from you.
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The Hammarsdale SEF team hosted an amazing Market Day where local entrepreneurs had the opportunity to showcase their businesses and sell their products to the community. The day was filled with energy, support, and incredible local talent. With such a great turnout, the event was a huge success! Supporting small businesses and empowering entrepreneurs is what it’s all about.
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Turning e-waste into opportunity. At the USE IT Circular Economy Innovation Site in Hammarsdale, Electronic Cemetery is helping transform discarded electronics into valuable resources while creating local economic opportunity. Through responsible e-waste collection, dismantling, and recycling, Electronic Cemetery ensures that hazardous electronic waste is diverted from landfills and processed safely. But the story doesn’t end there… Their refurbishment division, RefurbSA, based in Hillcrest, gives computers and IT equipment a second life by repairing and upgrading devices so they can be reused by businesses, schools, and communities. This approach supports the circular economy by: Reducing electronic waste Recovering valuable materials Extending the life of technology Creating skills and jobs in the green economy Every device recovered is one less item in landfill — and one more opportunity for technology to keep working for people. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gEPdGpc https://vt.t...
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  ♻️ Transforming waste into opportunity in Hammarsdale Yesterday (5 March 2026), USE-IT Waste Beneficiation (RF) NPC hosted members of eThekwini Municipality’s Economic Development and Planning Committee (ECOD) at our Circular Economy Innovation Site. The visit highlighted how waste streams can be turned into: • new businesses • green jobs • innovative circular economy solutions By supporting local entrepreneurs and pioneering waste beneficiation initiatives, we are demonstrating how sustainable development and economic opportunity can go hand in hand. 📰 Read the full story in Independent Online (IOL): https://lnkd.in/defUbjzh
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