The Eastern Cape Branch of the Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA) warmly invites you to participate in the upcoming WASTE 360 – Solutions, Strategies & Success Stories conference.
This highly anticipated event will take place from 22nd to 23rd May 2025 in East London (venue to be confirmed), bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and key stakeholders in waste management.
A Platform for Change
The WASTE 360 conference is dedicated to sharing experiences, innovative solutions, and successful approaches within the waste management sector. The event serves as a collaborative platform for industry experts to exchange knowledge, explore strategic advancements, and inspire sustainable initiatives that drive meaningful impact in our communities. Your participation will help shape the future of waste management and contribute to lasting positive change.
Who Should Attend?
A wide range of stakeholders involved in waste management will benefit from attending this conference, including:
- Regulators and civil servants working in environmental health and waste management
- Researchers and lecturers in waste-related fields
- Waste management contractors
- Waste management equipment providers
- Environmental scientists
- Engineers
- Industrial waste producers
- Entrepreneurs.
Technical Programme & Speaker Sessions
The conference will feature a dynamic technical programme with presentations covering a variety of themes, including but not limited to:
- Waste to Energy
- Recycling and Upcycling
- Circular Economy
- E-Waste Management
- Plastic Waste Management
- Composting
- Waste Avoidance and Minimization
- Materials Recovery from Waste
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Advanced Technologies in Waste Management
- Waste Governance, Regulations, and Policies.
Call for Abstracts
We invite industry professionals and researchers to submit their abstracts for presentation. Please submit your Title Submission by 7 April 2025. Final abstract submissions will be accepted until 30 April 2025.
Registration Information
Early bird registration closes on 31 March 2025. After this date, standard rates will apply. All registrations will close on 30 April 2025.

Please note that conference registration fees are non-refundable. Once registration is completed, refunds will not be issued for any reason, including cancellations, changes in schedule, or inability to attend. We appreciate your understanding.
Register today!
Exhibition Opportunities
An indoor exhibition space will be available to showcase innovative products and services in the waste management sector.
- Exhibition registration & payment cut-off date: 30 April 2025
Sponsorship Opportunities
As the global emphasis on environmental well-being continues to grow, the WASTE 360 conference presents an excellent opportunity for brands to showcase their solutions and commitment to responsible waste management.
For More Information
For any conference-related queries, exhibition bookings, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact our team. Join us in East London for an inspiring and transformative event that will shape the future of waste management in Southern Africa!