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When we think of recycling, we often focus on gathering, sorting and processing. But one crucial link in the chain is transporting waste from point A to point B.

Recycling in South Africa has come a long way in the past two decades. From informal collectors hauling trolleys of cardboard through city streets to large-scale operations processing tons of scrap metal, the country has built a diverse recycling sector. But while some areas are booming, others still face serious inefficiencies. 

The circular economy operates like an efficient restaurant kitchen - where waste becomes valuable input for new processes. Learn how businesses can turn costly returns into profit centers through strategic reverse logistics and circular thinking.

In today’s competitive and eco-friendly market, businesses can no longer afford to treat waste as valueless, particularly when it comes to metal waste, where there’s real opportunity to turn what once went to landfill into a new revenue stream. From copper wiring to aluminium cans and steel machinery, scrap metal holds significant value, both economically and environmentally. For businesses considering reverse logistics, understanding how metal recycling works can unlock new