As global sustainability regulations continue to evolve, African businesses face a new challenge—and opportunity—with the introduction of Digital Product Passports (DPPs).
Join Sustainability & ESG Africa Conference and Expo for an insightful webinar on July 23, 2026, at 15:00 (SAST), where a panel of speakers will be exploring what DPPs mean for African industries, exporters and value chains.
Introduced under the European Union's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation, Digital Product Passports will become mandatory for selected products entering the EU from 2027. Acting as a digital identity for products, DPPs will provide detailed information on a product's origin, materials, environmental footprint, repairability, recyclability and compliance with sustainability requirements. They are also expected to play an important role alongside the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism.
For Africa, the implications are significant. Many of the continent's economies depend on agriculture, mining, manufacturing, textiles and complex supply chains where traceability can be challenging. DPPs have the potential to improve transparency, strengthen sustainability credentials, unlock export opportunities and support circular economy initiatives.
