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Limpopo Residents Can Now Earn Cash While Saving the Environment Through a New E-Waste Recycling Program

Got an old phone or broken laptop collecting dust? Instead of letting it pile up or tossing it in the trash, Limpopo residents now have a smarter, greener option—recycling their electronic waste for cash!

The government has launched the E-Waste Recycling Pilot Project in the Thulamela Local Municipality, aiming to reduce the environmental damage caused by discarded electronics.

The initiative, introduced on March 26, is a joint effort between the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE), local municipalities, and industry partners.

Why This Matters

Deputy Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment, Bernice Swarts, stressed the importance of responsible e-waste disposal.

“With more electronic devices in use than ever before, we’re seeing a dangerous accumulation of waste that contaminates our soil and water,” she explained.

The new program aims to protect the environment while rewarding residents for their participation.

Instead of harmful materials seeping into the earth, old gadgets will now be safely processed and repurposed.

How It Works

Participating is simple! Here’s how you can turn your e-waste into cash:

  1. Drop Off Your E-Waste – Bring your old electronics to designated collection points.
  2. Get Weighed & Recorded – The items will be measured, and their details logged.
  3. Earn Money – Payments are based on the item’s weight and type, starting at R1 per kilogram.
  4. Bonus Rewards – In addition to direct payments, participants can receive vouchers worth R30 to R50 and even spin a prize wheel for a chance to win a R100 Shoprite or Checkers voucher.
  5. Flexible Payment Methods – You can receive your earnings via EFT or MTN MoMo.

Making Recycling Easier

To ensure maximum participation, local collectors—especially in Limpopo and the Vhembe District—will help transport larger items to collection points.

And if you miss the first event, don’t worry! Arrangements can be made for future collections.

A Win for the Environment & the Community

Beyond the financial perks, this project is all about creating a sustainable system that encourages long-term recycling habits.

The government is also deploying special wheelie bins to help households separate e-waste from regular trash, preventing toxic chemicals from polluting the environment.

“This process will prevent harmful substances from leaching into our soil and water, safeguarding both nature and public health,” Swarts emphasized.

Will You Join the Movement?

The success of this initiative depends on community involvement.

Will Limpopo residents embrace the change and make e-waste recycling a sustainable habit?

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