VICTORIA, Seychelles — Recycling businesses across Seychelles are driving the growth of the country’s circular economy, transforming waste into valuable products while creating jobs and reducing environmental impact. The sector has expanded significantly in recent years, with new enterprises emerging in areas including plastic recycling, composting, e-waste processing, and the recovery of metals and other materials.
According to industry representatives, the growth of the recycling sector reflects growing public awareness of environmental issues, supportive government policies, and the entrepreneurial spirit of Seychellois business owners. The businesses range from small informal operations to larger enterprises that supply recycled materials to regional and international markets. Officials said the sector is making an important contribution to the country’s sustainability goals.
According to the Ministry of Environment, the government is supporting the development of the recycling sector through a combination of regulatory measures, incentives, and public investment in collection and processing infrastructure. The ministry has worked with businesses to improve waste segregation at source, to expand collection services, and to develop markets for recycled materials. Continued investment and innovation are expected to drive further growth in the coming years.
Industry leaders have called for greater public participation in recycling programmes, noting that the success of the sector depends on the active engagement of households, businesses, and institutions. Officials have echoed the call, emphasising that recycling is everyone’s responsibility and that small changes in behaviour can have a significant cumulative impact. The growth of the recycling sector is expected to continue as Seychelles pursues its vision of a more sustainable and resource-efficient economy.
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