Most people with access to technology are aware of the climate crisis. But how governments and adjacent organisations respond to the crisis remains elusive to many. Climate change policy is typically framed in relation to future generations or faraway places like...
How does a young American with no knowledge of winemaking, no trust fund, and no friends or acquaintances in a strange country, far from home, create a brand on zero budget, exporting back to his country? Meet Trevor DeRuisé of...
At the University of Pretoria, sustainability isn’t just taught — it’s practiced. From bread bags to denim offcuts, students are turning waste into tools for social change. The Department of Consumer and Food Sciences integrates Sustainable Development Goals into its...
AllFashion Sourcing is set to take place soon at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) from 8 to 10 July 2025. The three-day business-focused trade show is a must for anyone working in or curious about the textile and...
Feeling overwhelmed by your wardrobe? A conscious declutter might be just what you need. When you let go of what’s not serving you, you make space for what actually works. You get to know your style better, buy with more...
Zanzibar’s women have long farmed seaweed. Now, they’re cashing in as local startups add value to every strand, using their earnings to start businesses, build homes, and pay school fees. As the sun rises over Zanzibar’s pristine shores, a group...
Meet the fixer is a new series highlighting businesses or individuals who play a role in the circular economy by repairing and restoring the items we already own. As a salve to throwaway culture, fixers give precious items a new...
For every 5 items repaired, 4 fewer new purchases are made. That means fewer clothes in landfills and fewer sad, abandoned T-shirts. Learn why mending is the ultimate zero-waste power move – and how a few small stitches can make...
Even garments labeled “100% cotton” are often held together with polyester thread – making it impossible to avoid plastic in our clothing. Almost all your clothes contain plastic – even ones labeled “100% cotton”. Learn how this hidden plastic affects...
The Fixer is a new series highlighting businesses or individuals who play a role in the circular economy by repairing and restoring the items we already own. As a salve to throwaway culture, fixers give precious items a new life...
Small shifts can have a big impact. Deciding to mend our clothing, shop secondhand, or breathe new life into the clothes we already own through clever styling are simple yet impactful ways to reduce our fashion footprint. With that in...
We asked current and previous winners of the Twyg Sustainable Fashion Awards to share what they’re hoping for this Christmas, and what they’ll be gifting their loved ones. More time, slower living and conscious gifting are priorities. Katlego Mokwana Creative...