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Meet Qhawe Stengana, Managing Director of @Sizithande Collection Recyclers, a waste management business based in Evander, Mpumalanga. For the past 12 years, Qhawe has been at the forefront of creating cleaner communities and driving the circular economy by collecting, sorting, and supplying recyclable waste to manufacturers who give it a second life Qhawe Stengana. . Her decision to join the Women in Green Construction, Waste Management, and Renewable Energy (WIG) Programme, hosted by the South African Supplier Diversity Council (SASDC), came from a belief that growth in the sector is not just about operations, but about leadership, collaboration, and innovation. “I see this as an opportunity to expand my network, gain new skills, and align Sizithande with modern sustainable practices,” she says Qhawe Stengana Through Sasol’s sponsorship, Qhawe and other entrepreneurs from Sedibeng, Gert Sibande, and Fezile Dabi districts are gaining access to industry expertise that supports business growth while empowering women-owned enterprises to lead in the green economy. For Qhawe, waste is not just a challenge—it’s an opportunity. By diverting recyclables away from landfills, her business reduces pollution, creates green jobs, and fosters a culture of responsible waste management. Looking to the future, she hopes to expand into household recycling and composting initiatives, empowering families to embed sustainability into daily life Qhawe Stengana Her motivation is deeply personal: “I’ve always believed in keeping our surroundings clean and taking responsibility for what we create, including waste. This value drives me to build a business that promotes sustainability as both a lifestyle and a legacy.” IYBA-SEED Project Expertise France Enabel GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini SNV #projectembrace