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Sappi TuksRace 2025: A winning formula for fitness and fun
The streets of Pretoria were buzzing with energy on Saturday, 15 February, as more than 4,000 runners and walkers of all levels took on the Sappi TuksRace – some chasing personal bests, with others simply soaking in the vibrant atmosphere. 21 Feb 2025 Read more

Sappi and Enpower Trading reach Financial Close on PPA for power deal from SunCentral
Sappi Southern Africa and Enpower Trading are pleased to announce the successful achievement of reaching Financial Close on their groundbreaking 175 GWh per annum, five-year renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). This milestone signals a critical step forward in the implementation of the project, which will see Sappi reduce its carbon footprint while advancing South Africa’s renewable energy sector. 13 Feb 2025 Read more

Sappi first quarter results ahead of expectations: Up 56% year-on-year
Commenting on the group’s results, Sappi chief executive officer Steve Binnie said: “Despite continued challenging global macroeconomic conditions and weak paper markets I am pleased that the group delivered Adjusted EBITDA of $203m, which was ahead of expectations and substantially above last year.” 11 Feb 2025 Read more

World Wetlands Day: Sappi leads the way in wetland conservation in South Africa
World Wetlands Day, celebrated annually on 2 February, highlights the critical ecological services provided by wetlands and their threatened conservation status. This day also serves as a reminder of the significant role Sappi Southern Africa plays in protecting these vital habitats through active and sustained environmental stewardship. 3 Feb 2025 Read more

Shape your future with Typek: Back-to-school promotion
As the new school year kicks off, Sappi Typek is excited to announce a special 'back to school' promotion that promises to inspire and support students along their educational journey. This unique competition invites entrants to share how Typek products can help shape their future, with fantastic prizes up for grabs. 16 Jan 2025 Read more

Khulisa growers gain international knowledge in China
It was an eye-opening, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for two Sappi Khulisa growers to attend a green technologies-focused forestry training programme in China recently. This initiative, organised by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform, and Rural Development (DALRRD), aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to align their agricultural practices with global sustainability and food security goals. 15 Jan 2025 Read more

Sappi reports: Showcasing innovation in business resilience and sustainability
Sappi Limited - the diversified global woodfibre group - is proud to announce the publication of its FY2024 Global Annual Integrated and Sustainability Reports, underscoring the company’s commitment to delivering holistic value through its Thrive strategy across its core priorities: Prosperity, People, and Planet. Despite navigating ongoing global macroeconomic challenges, Sappi achieved milestones that reinforce its leadership in business resilience and sustainability. 20 Dec 2024 Read more

Sappi celebrates double gold wins at GAPP Awards
Sappi is proud to announce that our 2023 Annual Report and 2023 and 2024 corporate calendars have been awarded gold for print excellence at the recent prestigious GAPP Awards. 5 Dec 2024 Read more

Sappi and University of Pretoria Team Up for 'TuksRace'
TuksSport and the University of Pretoria is proud to announce that Sappi - global pulp and paper group headquartered in South Africa - has come on board as the new naming sponsor of the annual TuksRace. The well -known Pretoria 21/10km event arranged by TuksSport and TuksAthletics, is scheduled for 15 February, and the sponsorship agreement of the Sappi TuksRace will extend from 2025 to 2029. 29 Nov 2024 Read more

Sappi pledges R10.8bn in ongoing investment in KwaZulu-Natal
In a strong demonstration of its ongoing commitment to supporting investment in KwaZulu-Natal, Sappi Southern Africa has pledged to invest R10.8bn in the province over the next five years. This significant pledge was announced by SappiSA CEO Alex Thiel at the KZN Investment Conference, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli ICC in Durban on 11 and 12 November 2024. 19 Nov 2024 Read more

Sappi recognised in 2024 global top companies for women listing
South Africa headquartered global pulp and paper group Sappi Limited is pleased to announce that it has been ranked seventh globally, and is one of only four South African firms recognised in the 2024 list of World’s Top Companies for Women by Forbes magazine and Statista. 11 Nov 2024 Read more

Arbor Month in South Africa
As we celebrate Arbor Month, it is crucial to highlight the importance of conserving and protecting our trees, especially those used in traditional medicine. The traditional medicine trade in South Africa is a significant industry, valued at R2.9bn annually and accounting for 5.6% of the national health budget. This vibrant trade supports 27 million consumers and provides a livelihood for at least 133,000 people, many of whom are rural women. However, the sustainability of this trade is at risk due to the unsustainable harvesting of plant material from the wild, involving around 771 species. 6 Sep 2024 Read more

Verve - the fibre of choice for the future
In our fast-paced world, typified by its burgeoning consumerism and its use and discard mentality, fashion is a fickle mistress and responsible textile production is fraught with challenges. With landfill sites choking up with yesterday's fast fashion fads, and dubious manufacturing, environmental and labour practices rife in the industry, it’s good to know that there are organisations and companies that are not only taking heed, but leading the way in better, more responsible and ethical textile production practices. 21 Aug 2024 Read more

Verve – Forest meets Fashion at Africa Textile Talks
Have you ever wondered where the fibre for clothing and textile comes from? That is part of Sappi Verve’s story - one that starts in the plantation and ends up unbeknownst to many, as fibre transformed in “Forest meets Fashion”. 7 Aug 2024 Read more

Sappi research chair at Wits marks a milestone year of climate action
It’s been an eventful year since the Sappi chair in climate change and plantation sustainability was launched at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). As we celebrate another World Environment Day on 5 June the Forestry team at Wits reflects on a year of significant progress, characterised by collaboration and dialogue. 7 Jun 2024 Read more

Sappi Southern Africa launches innovative aquaponics venture
Initiative bridges youth unemployment gap and provides food security in Eland’s Valley 3 Jun 2024 Read more

Sappi Karkloof Classic Trails Festival – Building a lasting legacy
It’s time for the Sappi Karkloof Classic once again, and Sappi and the Karkloof Club are excited to welcome riders and runners to this great event from 24 to 26 May 2024. 23 May 2024 Read more

Sappi signs milestone 175GWh per annum renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement with Enpower Trading
In a positive move to reduce its carbon footprint, Sappi Southern Africa has concluded a milestone 175GWh per annum renewable energy Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Enpower Trading, a NERSA-licensed private electricity trading company. 8 May 2024 Read more

Promising SA-first solution to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol
A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process. Ethanol is a versatile starting material that finds diverse application in the production of industrial chemicals, bio-based plastics and sustainable aviation fuel. 29 Apr 2024 Read more

Sappi’s Pelletin achieves feed safety assurance certification for its lignin-based animal feed additive
Sappi Southern Africa has achieved GMP+ Feed Safety Assurance (FSA) 2020 certification for Pelletin, one of its lignin-based products used as an additive in animal feed manufacturing. This makes Sappi the second organisation in Africa to attain this prestigious certification. 22 Mar 2024 Read more


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