News at WESSA

In August 2025, learners from two Free State schools took bold steps toward tackling the global plastic crisis through clean-up campaigns and an innovative design challenge.

Lufuno Khabane, joined the WESSA team on the 11th of August 2025, as our new National Membership Coordinator, where he will play a key role in strengthening and growing our member community across South Africa.

August was a month of collaboration, coastal stewardship, and community action for the WESSA Coastal Programme.

August was a month of creativity, learning, and impact as learners took centre stage in celebrating both Women’s Day and National Water Week through the eWASA & WESSA SA Schools Waste Management and Recycling Project.

August was a month of learning, creativity, and community action across ADvTECH schools, as learners embraced the spirit of National Science Week and linked it with meaningful environmental and outreach activities.

Cape Recife High School in Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, hosted its highly anticipated Upcycling Competition, bringing together students, faculty, and community members to celebrate creativity and sustainability.

Citizen science, where members of the public participate in scientific research, is a key component of WESSA’s approach to engaging communities in environmental monitoring and action.

In the spirit of Mandela Month, WESSA and Wispeco Aluminium continued their inspiring partnership at Naledi Pre-Primary School in Katlehong, this time turning their attention to literacy and healthy living.

The Penreach STEAM Festival took place from 28 July – 1 August 2025 at the Shamuka STEAM Centre, Penreach College, Mbombela.