eWASA (EPR Waste Association) is calling all emerging recycling SMMEs to apply for transformational funding opportunities.

Program Overview:
🚀 Grant Amount: Up to R50,000 per successful applicant
🎯 Target: Growing small businesses in the waste management sector
💡 Purpose: Help compliant SMMEs boost their infrastructure and grow sustainably

About the Program:
eWASA recognizes the challenges small recyclers face and is stepping in to provide vital support. This funding is specifically designed to help Small, Medium & Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) in the recycling sector enhance their operations, improve compliance, and scale their businesses sustainably.

Funding Focus Areas:
• Infrastructure development and equipment upgrades
• Operational capacity enhancement
• Compliance and regulatory support
• Sustainable business growth initiatives
• Technology adoption for improved efficiency

Vision: "Let's build a cleaner, greener future together" ♻️

This grant represents a significant opportunity for emerging recycling businesses to access the capital needed to grow their operations while contributing to South Africa's circular economy goals.

Contact Information:
📧 For more information: Sakhile Sithole at sakhile@ewasa.org
📱 Application details and requirements available upon inquiry

Target Beneficiaries:
• Growing small businesses in the waste management sector
• Emerging recycling SMMEs (Small, Medium & Micro Enterprises)
• Businesses seeking to boost infrastructure and operational capacity
• Companies committed to sustainable growth practices

General Requirements:
• Must be a registered SMME in the recycling/waste management sector
• Demonstrate commitment to compliance and sustainable practices
• Show clear need for infrastructure development or operational enhancement
• Provide detailed business plan and funding utilization proposal

Application Process:
• Contact Sakhile Sithole at sakhile@ewasa.org for detailed application requirements
• Submit comprehensive business information and funding proposal
• Demonstrate how the grant will contribute to sustainable growth
• Show alignment with circular economy principles

Note: Specific eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and detailed requirements available upon contact with the program coordinator.