Regulation

Next stage of SA’s single-use plastic ban commences 
Next stage of SA’s single-use plastic ban commences 
Barbara RuckerSep 2, 2024

SA’s ban came into effect yesterday. Credit: Pixel-Shot via Shutterstock. The Government of South…

RRA coalition criticises California’s proposed plastic bag ban 
RRA coalition criticises California’s proposed plastic bag ban 
Barbara RuckerSep 2, 2024

The two bills would ban reusable and recyclable plastic film grocery bags in the…

Smurfit Westrock awarded $473.2m in Venezuela dispute
Smurfit Westrock awarded $473.2m in Venezuela dispute
Barbara RuckerSep 2, 2024

Smurfit Westrock is a provider of sustainable paper and packaging. Credit: Patcharanan via Shutterstock.…

Budweiser Budvar UK fined by EA for failing to register
Budweiser Budvar UK fined by EA for failing to register
Barbara RuckerAug 16, 2024

Budweiser Budvar claimed it was unaware of the legislation. Credit: Ralf Liebhold via Shutterstock.…

FCCPC warns Coca-Cola Nigeria and NBC for misleading trade descriptions 
FCCPC warns Coca-Cola Nigeria and NBC for misleading trade descriptions 
Barbara RuckerAug 5, 2024

Coca-Cola Nigeria has claimed that its product packaging complies with national regulatory requirements. Credit: Omotayo…

OIM seeks feedback on single-use plastics regulatory restrictions 
OIM seeks feedback on single-use plastics regulatory restrictions 
Barbara RuckerJul 30, 2024

The OIM forms part of the CMA. Credit: photka via Shutterstock. The Office for…

EU member states face infringement procedure over waste collection, recycling
EU member states face infringement procedure over waste collection, recycling
Barbara RuckerJul 29, 2024

The members are being asked to strengthen their implementation efforts to fulfil the required…

New Era Packaging faces R21m fine for  alleged anticompetitive behaviour 
New Era Packaging faces R21m fine for alleged anticompetitive behaviour 
Barbara RuckerJul 25, 2024

New Era Packaging has agreed to pay the fine without admitting liability. Credit: Serhii…