Water, Food & Energy

Zuripacks manufactures natural, biodegradable, and reusable alternatives to plastic carrier bags and packaging using locally available plant-based raw materials, such as banana fibre, sisal fibre, palm straws, and craft paper.

Their main market is underserved and low-income communities such as urban informal settlements, where there is still rampant use of plastic bags and packaging.

Social impact

• Helping local communities reduce plastic bag waste by providing eco-friendly alternatives

• Offering training to youth, women, and self-help groups in underserved communities

• Empowering women through leadership positions

Environmental impact

• Preventing around 3.7 kilogrammes of per capita of plastic carrier bags and packaging waste in landfills (2023)
• Reducing carbon footprint by offering sustainable alternatives to plastic packaging and plastic bags

Economic impact

• Creating job opportunities for unemployed women and youth in the community