Established to formalize and scale local recycling, creating economic opportunities for women and youth in Dassenhoek.
Faith and Hope Movement (Pty) Ltd is a women-led circular economy enterprise dedicated to turning waste into opportunity. Through the operation of the Dassenhoek Buy Back Centre in Dassenhoek, Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, the organisation is building a practical, community-based recycling model that promotes environmental responsibility while creating local livelihoods.
The enterprise formalises waste recovery activities within a rural, under-served community, creating structured income opportunities for women and youth. Through inclusive participation, material recovery, and organised recycling operations, the Dassenhoek Buy Back Centre stands as a replicable model for rural waste beneficiation and community-led resilience.
The Dassenhoek Buy Back Centre currently supports and works with over 50 waste reclaimers, who form an integral part of the recycling value chain.
Shipping container office
Designated sorting area
Fully fenced perimeter (controlled access)
Ablution facilities
Bulk storage area
Reclaimers collect recyclables from: Households, businesses and public areas
Materials delivered, assessed and recorded.
Separation into Glass, Paper, Metal, Plastic and other.
Materials baled and stored.
Recyclables sold to recycling companies.
Recovered since August
Recycling Impact3.80 Tons Monthly
Creating Income opportunities
Faith and Hope Movement (Pty) Lt operates the Dassenhoek Buy Back Centre, a community-based recycling enterprise focused on waste recovery, income generation, and environmental upliftment in Dassenhoek, Pinetown (KwaZulu-Natal).
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