From Trash to Treasure
Bricks made from plastic waste
Wapa-Nawa produces interlocks, pavers and stepping stones from recycled plastic and sand.
The process needs no water, cement or electricity and all materials are sourced locally.
A straight forward process
Plastic waste, such as bottles and grocery bags, is collected.
It is cut up into small pieces.
Sand is added to create a strong fire retardant material.
The shredded plastic is heated until it melts.
The plastic is poured into a mould and compacted.
As strong as regular bricks
Our bricks are lightweight, strong and durable. They hold up well to foot traffic and sun exposure.
Tried and tested
In addition to our own observations over multiple years, Engineers tested and certified that our bricks hold up to weight and water submersion as well as regular bricks.
Our vision
Wapa-Nawa’s goal is to set a positive example by turning waste into profitable products and cleaning the environment at the same time. We are employing and teaching valuable skills to the local community members through school and university workshops and community events. The vision is to have a local Recycling Center in every Namibian city.
Award winning
Wapa-Nawa just won the 2023 Old Mutual Seed Competition for Start-Ups. Find out more about the other competitions we have won so far
A team of eco-conscious entrepreneurs
Wapa-Nawa Recycling Center is a Startup in the Tuhingireni Settlement, Rundu, Kavango East Region of Namibia. The project was established in 2018 by Mr. Ladislaus Shikerete with the aim to collect plastic waste and convert it into valuable products, such as bricks and pavers, as well as teach the mindset of
"Reduce. Reuse. Recycle."
We're taking action!
Come by to see Namibia's first office building made from recycled bricks! We are proud to show you the quality and endless possibilities that our products offer.
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