Volunteers from the Soulbent Project took to the streets of Honeydew this week as part of the non-profit organisation’s ongoing campaign to tackle illegal dumping and littering in the area.

Mashudu Makhado, CEO of the Soulbent Project, said the initiative was about more than just clearing waste.

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“A clean community is a proud community. Let us work together to protect our environment and build a stronger South Africa.”

Makhado said the campaign aimed to address not only the visible signs of environmental neglect but also the deeper social challenges linked to it.

The organisation uses clean-up drives as a platform for waste management education and recycling awareness, encouraging residents to take ongoing responsibility for their surroundings, rather than relying solely on periodic interventions.

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Local youth and community members have been central to the effort. Makhado said involving young people in the work helped reduce crime, restore public spaces, and promote a sense of ownership over the neighbourhood.

“This is about fighting poverty through volunteerism and creating opportunities. We are proving that positive change is possible.”

The Soulbent Project is calling on businesses, local government, and residents across Honeydew and greater Johannesburg to support the campaign and make environmental protection a daily habit rather than an occasional effort.

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