Nonprofit science-based organisation the Sustainable Seas Trust (SST) is advancing a grassroots recycling programme aimed at changing how South African school pupils think about waste.
Currently in its launch phase, the programme dubbed “Munch-on-the-Move” is being rolled out in 11 schools across Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha, with a total of 22 expected to be onboarded by early 2027.
SST has unveiled a giant wire fish sculpture called Munch as a way of encouraging learners to separate recyclable waste at source.
The organisation says the programme’s engaging approach is driving measurable behavioural change, with pupils taking full ownership of the recycling system.
“It’s a great visible reminder that protecting our marine life and addressing ocean pollution starts with managing our land-based sources of waste,” says SST Operation Clean Spot (OCS) manager Carla Kampman.
