Discover South Africa's growing green business sector, from renewable energy pioneers to sustainable agriculture and eco-tourism.
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South Africa is at the forefront of Africa's green transition. The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Programme has attracted billions in investment, creating thousands of jobs while adding clean energy to the national grid. Solar and wind projects are transforming the energy landscape across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and Northern Cape provinces.
The country's rich biodiversity and natural heritage have made eco-tourism a cornerstone of the economy. Sustainable lodges, responsible safari operators, and conservation-focused businesses are setting standards that the rest of the continent is following. Meanwhile, urban centres like Cape Town and Johannesburg are seeing a boom in organic markets, upcycling ventures, and green tech startups.
Whether you're searching for an organic wine farm in Stellenbosch, a solar installer in Gauteng, or an eco-friendly guesthouse on the Garden Route, The Green Directory is your gateway to South Africa's best sustainable businesses.
South Africa's REIPPP programme has attracted over R200 billion in investment, making it Africa's largest renewable energy market.
From private game reserves to coastal eco-lodges, South Africa leads the continent in sustainable tourism practices.
Township food gardens, community recycling co-ops, and youth-led green enterprises are driving grassroots change.
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Education & Community Featured Greyton, South Africa
We're a family business that stocks locally sourced produce and serving fresh raw juices daily. Products (usually) in stock include:...
Eco Villages Featured Stellenbosch, South Africa
The Lynedoch village is home to the Sustainability Institute, Spark Lynedoch primary school, a Montessori pre-school, and the Lynedoch Community...
Featured Featured Cape Town, South Africa
Plastic-free grocery store, offering non-GMO, healthy and affordable wholefoods and earth-friendly body and home products - all sold by weight.
Cafes Featured Cape Town, South Africa
Mary-Annes lunch buffet at their Gordon's Bay emporium has achieved legendary status in the health & vegan community in Cape...
Education Featured Cape Town, South Africa
The Two Oceans Aquarium is an aquarium located at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront in Cape Town, Western Cape,South Africa....
Cafes Featured Cape Town, South Africa
From the humble beginnings of a Bo-Kaap Café to a gourmet vegan restaurant in Cape CBD… Plant offers delicious vegan...
Arts & Culture Featured Hermanus, South Africa
Reforest Fest is Africa’s largest annual reforestation festival! Each March, we bring people together in Platbos Forest in partnership with...
Education & Community Featured Greyton, South Africa
Greyton Transition Town is a community-based, non-profit organisation that seeks to inspire and empower the people of Greyton and neighbouring...
Building Melkbosstrand, South Africa
Roof Insulation have been in the insulation industry for more than 30 years. As a result we have a wealth...
Farms Cape Town, South Africa
Developed in desert conditions in conjunction with universities and agri-business, Tree Trays offer a multitude of benefits for young trees...
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