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The Pan African Association of Recycling and Secondhand Textiles (PARST) is a continental professional association dedicated to promoting sustainable recycling practices, responsible secondhand textile trade, circular economy principles, environmental stewardship, and socio-economic development across Africa.
The Pan African Association of Recycling and Secondhand Textiles (PARST) is a continental membership-based organization established to strengthen Africa’s recycling and secondhand textile sector.
PARST works across all regions of Africa to build capacity, support evidence-based policies, facilitate knowledge sharing, and promote industry best practices. READ MORE
Policy and Advocacy
PARST advocates for enabling policies that support: Circular economy development, Sustainable textile management, Green entrepreneurship, Waste reduction initiatives, Climate action, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). READ MORE
- Sustainable consumption and production
Textile recycling refers to the process of recovering used clothing, fabrics, and textile materials for reuse or reprocessing into new products. Rather than disposing of textiles in landfills or through open burning, recycling extends the life cycle of materials and reduces environmental impacts. READ MORE
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