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Meet linah maphanga, CEO of GrooveTech, a green manufacturing business based in Tshwane, Gauteng. In just three years, GrooveTech has been transforming waste into opportunity by creating sustainable road materials such as asphalt, concrete, and polymer-modified bitumen — all made from waste like plastic, coal ash, and mining by-products. Linah joined the Women in Green Construction, Waste Management, and Renewable Energy (WIG) Programme, hosted by the South African Supplier Diversity Council (SASDC) and supported by Sasol’s sponsorship, to sharpen her skills in the eco-building industry and to position GrooveTech as a leader in climate-resilient infrastructure. Her vision is clear: to divert waste from landfills while solving one of South Africa’s biggest infrastructure challenges — potholes. “We’re using waste to create durable, multifunctional materials that not only eradicate potholes but also make roads safer and longer lasting. This creates opportunities for local communities, especially small businesses, waste reclaimers, and buyback centres,” says Linah. GrooveTech’s work extends beyond roads. Their innovations include multifunctional infrastructure that can support renewable energy storage without relying on expensive batteries. This approach contributes to safer, more sustainable cities and towns, while creating green jobs and strengthening local economies in areas such as the Gert Sibande District. Of course, challenges exist. Linah highlights that product adoption and certification remain hurdles for green innovators. But she is driven by a passion for nature: “Nothing goes to waste in nature. Nothing is invaluable or less important — everything has a role in the ecosystem. That inspires me daily.” For more info, visit Groovetech here: https://bit.ly/3LgpRUT Looking ahead, GrooveTech is focused on pioneering roads that heal themselves and buildings that act as giant energy batteries, showing what’s possible when technology and sustainability meet. #projectembrace #wig Glynnis Jackson Programme Sponsors: IYBA-SEED Project GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini Expertise France SNV

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

A heartfelt thank you(!!) to #ChemAnalyst for featuring our journey toward building a more sustainable surfactants portfolio. Transforming our industry requires diverse and innovative solutions — and at #Sasol, we’re committed to delivering high-performance ingredients that reduce carbon footprints while remaining affordable and scalable. I’m incredibly proud of our Care Chemicals team, our partners, and our customers for driving this mission forward. Together, we’re innovating for a more sustainable future. One partner, many solutions. #Sustainability #BioBasedSurfactants #CareChemicals  

Venerdì scorso abbiamo avuto il piacere di organizzare un evento per celebrare l’inizio dei lavori della centrale fotovoltaica per il nostro cliente Sasol Italy, presso il suo sito industriale di Terranova dei Passerini. L’impianto, situato su un terreno di proprietà di Sasol Italy, avrà una potenza installata totale di 5,1 MWp e sarà realizzato attraverso un contratto di Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) on-site. In questo modello, GreenYellow è responsabile dell’investimento, dell’installazione e delle attività di operation & maintenance (O&M) dell’impianto solare, mentre Sasol Italy consumerà e gestirà l’energia prodotta, beneficiando di condizioni economiche favorevoli e più stabili nel tempo. Una volta operativo, l’impianto garantirà una produzione annua di circa 7,61 GWh e permetterà di evitare oltre 4.000 tonnellate di CO₂ all’anno, equivalenti al consumo medio di più di 2.800 famiglie. Uno speciale ringraziamento a tutti i partecipanti! La centrale fotovoltaica, la cui conclusione è prevista per il secondo semestre del 2026, rappresenta una tappa importante nel percorso di decarbonizzazione di Sasol Italy e conferma il nostro impegno a supportare il settore industriale italiano nel cammino verso un futuro più sostenibile. 📸 Scopri alcuni momenti salienti dell’evento qui sotto! #TransizioneEnergetica #EnergiaRinnovabile #EnergiaSolare #PPA #Sostenibilità #GreenYellow #SasolItaly #Italia #Decarbonizzazione #GreenYellowEurope ---------------------------------------------------------------------------   Last Friday, we had the pleasure of hosting an event to celebrate the start of construction of the photovoltaic plant for our client Sasol Italy, at their industrial site in Terranova dei Passerini.   The plant, located on land owned by Sasol Italy, will have a total installed capacity of 5.1 MWp and will be developed under an on-site Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). Through this model, GreenYellow is responsible for the full investment, installation, and operation & maintenance (O&M) of the solar plant, while Sasol Italy will consume and manage the balance of the energy produced, benefiting from favorable and more stable economic conditions over time. Once operational, the site will deliver an annual production of around 7.61 GWh and will avoid more than 4,000 tons of CO₂ per year — equivalent to the average annual consumption of over 2,800 households.   A special thanks to all participants!   The solar plant, expected to be completed in the second half of 2026, marks an important milestone in Sasol Italy’s decarbonization journey and reinforces our commitment to supporting Italy’s industrial sector on the path toward a more sustainable future.