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.
Action Areas
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 Resources
From printable activities for the kids to our latest recycling statistics, you will find what you need here.
Welcome
to the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa
The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) lives and breathes all things paper. We look after the education, environment, research and recycling interests of the pulp and paper sector in South Africa, supported by RecyclePaperZA, our paper recycling arm.
It’s renewable. It’s recyclable. It’s paper.
WasteAid Announces Winners of Zero Waste Cities Challenge
Two local entrepreneurs in Johannesburg have been awarded €10,000 to support businesses to transforming food waste into valuable products and to combat illegal dumpingAs the population of Johannesburg grows, so does its waste. Currently 10% waste is recycled and there is potential for this to be much higher*. Preserving resources and reducing reliance on landfill […]
Government issues packaging design guidelines for comment
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment has published the Packaging Guideline: Recyclability by Design for Packaging and Paper in South Africa. Stakeholders and members of the public are invited to submit their comments within 30 days of the notice, i.e. 6 November.
FSC® Friday 2021: 24 September “Save our Forests. Save our Climate”
What solutions will COP26 bring to the climate change debate? The world waits with bated breath as the international score card will be completed on signatories’ progress in achieving their climate change goals. As the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) and its supporters celebrate its international name day, FSC Friday, on 24 September, FSC reconfirms its […]