Who and what is AfriForum?

AfriForum is an Afrikaans civil rights organisation that protects the rights of minority groups at national as well as provincial level, and anyone who can identify with AfriForum’s principles and objectives may join the organisation. AfriForum’s community plan focuses on mobilising communities to thus take control of their own streets and neighbourhoods again. AfriForum ensures that your constitutional and civil rights are recognised and protected at national level.

Wie en wat is AfriForum?

AfriForum is ’n Afrikaanse burgerregteorganisasie wat die regte van minderheidsgroepe op sowel nasionale as provinsiale vlak beskerm, en enigiemand wat met AfriForum se beginsels en doelstellings kan identifiseer, mag by die organisasie aansluit. AfriForum se gemeenskapsplan fokus daarop om gemeenskappe te mobiliseer om só weer beheer terug te neem oor hul eie strate en woonbuurtes. AfriForum verseker dat jou grondwetlike én burgerregte op nasionale vlak erken en beskerm word.

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AfriForum’s Rustenburg branch begins recycling project

ByAfriForum 18/03/202618/03/2026

AfriForum’s Rustenburg branch recently launched a recycling project that focuses on collecting and sorting household waste so that recyclable materials can be reused. This recycling service, which is now available to all residents of Rustenburg, aims to promote a cleaner and more sustainable environment.

It is estimated that South Africans produce approximately 122 million tonnes of waste annually in the form of construction debris, organic waste, garden waste, packaging, etc. Roughly 10% of that waste is recycled, meaning that the vast majority still ends up on landfills. With this project, the branch wants to offer a practical solution to relieve the pressure on landfill sites and at the same time make residents aware of the value of recycling. By participating in the project, households can reduce their environmental impact and actively contribute to a cleaner town.

“It’s important for AfriForum to drive projects that not only create awareness but also offer sustainable solutions. Recycling is one of the simplest ways in which communities can make a tangible difference,” says Armand Viljoen, AfriForum’s District Coordinator for the Marico.

Recycling contributes to the conservation of natural resources, reduces pollution and helps to extend the lifespan of existing landfill sites. This is an essential step towards responsible environmental management.

“We encourage all residents to become part of this initiative and make a difference with us. Through small changes in our daily habits, we can make a big impact,” says Viljoen.

This service is available to residents at a cost of R99,99 per month for a fortnightly service. Visit www.afriforumdienste.co.za for more information.