Engage with us at ISWA 2024.

As a leader within the waste management industry, we are pleased to present, share and inspire learning opportunities at ISWA 2024. Join us as we deliver some engaging innovations and thought-provoking topics throughout the conference. 

Together, we aim to transform Africa, a well-resourced continent, from waste to wealth and work towards providing solutions for a sustainable future.

Africa's rapid urbanization is driving growth, but are we adequately planning for the resources consumed and waste generated by this expansion? The answer is no. With Africa's population expected to exceed 2.5 billion by 2050, making up 26% of the global total, the continent faces both immense opportunities and significant challenges. The booming consumer market offers potential, but the future resilience of cities in Africa's developing regions is at risk if we don't rethink our approach to resources and waste. This presentation explores the urgent need for sustainable urban planning to ensure Africa's cities thrive amidst this unprecedented growth.

Kate Stubbs is the current Group Business Development and Marketing Director for the Interwaste Group which forms part of Séché Environnement, a leading international specialist in the treatment and recovery of waste. She has held various executive positions in marketing, sales, strategy and communications over the last 25 years, predominantly working for industrial solutions companies serving a broad range of industry sectors. Her experience has enabled her to work with diverse local and international teams solving complex problems through developing commercial solutions that deliver sustainable value. Some of her successes have been in creating and building new brands, developing competitive customised solutions, achieving growth strategies and integrating and leveraging many acquisitions. Her love of nature is her inspiration to develop sustainable solutions that are not only economically viable, but which are socially conscious and protect the environment for future generations..  Kate holds a BCom Business Management degree and has completed Leadership and Executive Development programmes through the GIBS business school.

Navigating stringent waste management regulations, especially in regions like South Africa, is challenging due to the costly and complex nature of traditional leachable substance analysis methods such as Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP). Join us to discover a pioneering methodology that uses polymer absorption combined with X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) spectroscopy. This innovative approach immobilizes leachable substances in a superabsorbent polymer matrix, allowing for cost-effective and user-friendly analysis. Unlike conventional ICP methods, this technique reduces costs, simplifies the process, and accelerates turnaround times. Our research demonstrates the reliability and efficiency of this new method across various waste materials, presenting a significant advancement in leachable analysis. Learn how this approach can enhance regulatory compliance, drive technological innovation, and promote sustainable waste management practices.

Sintu Mhlonyane is a distinguished environmental services professional with over a decade of experience in environmental management, sustainability strategy development, and waste management innovation. Currently serving as the Acceptance and Innovations Manager at Interwaste, Sintu has a proven track record of delivering transformative environmental solutions across multiple industries, including mining, FMCG, petrochemical, manufacturing, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals industries. Sintu's academic background includes a Master of Business Administration from the Gordon Institute of Business Science, where he was recognized for his outstanding performance, a Post Graduate Diploma in General Management, and a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the University of Pretoria. His research on eco-entrepreneurship and stakeholder integration has further solidified his reputation as a thought leader in the environmental sector.

Africa is rapidly urbanizing, with its big cities driving the continent's growth and development. However, are we adequately planning for the immense resources that will be consumed the waste generated by this urban expansion and the growing population of city dwellers? Unfortunately, the answer is no. With the global population projected to reach 11.3 billion by 2060 and Africa's population expected to exceed 2.5 billion by 2050, representing 26% of the world's total, the challenge is clear. While these figures indicate significant opportunities for investors and businesses due to Africa's burgeoning consumer market, they also highlight a critical issue: the future resilience and sustainability of cities in developing regions of Africa. This presentation will explore the need for a paradigm shift in how we view resources versus waste, emphasizing the importance of sustainable resource management in ensuring the continent's urban centres thrive amidst rapid growth. Join us to discover the strategies and innovative approaches essential for planning a sustainable urban future for Africa.

Moipone has extensive Effluent Treatment and Manufacturing experience of 15 years with having worked extensively within the Fertiliser Industry. During her tenure she has excelled in Project and Plant Process Optimisations , as well as Technical Processing of Material from , Commissioning, Pre-Start and Post Operations Assessments. Academically , Moipone Maseko is in a possession of Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management and  Finance from London School of Business and Finance and Bachelor of Technology Degree in Chemical Engineering.