Manzi Water Empowers Communities Through Skubu Initiative
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The SKUBU Project is led by Sonke Retail in partnership with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), and it is made possible through the Circular Economy Demonstration Fund, says MANZI.
The initiative is also supported by TRANSFORM, a global partnership involving Unilever, the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and Ernst & Young (EY), adds MANZI.
Described as the first store of its kind globally, SKUBU enables consumers to purchase only what they need through smart, automated refill machines, offering essential items at fixed rand-per-litre prices while eliminating single-use plastic packaging. The model provides up to 50% savings compared to conventional retail, delivering measurable impact in both affordability and sustainability, says MANZI.
MANZI Water says it is honoured to be featured among the trusted brands selected for this visionary platform, offering safe, clean and affordable drinking water to the Diepsloot community at a price of just R1.00 per litre.
"We are incredibly proud that MANZI Water is part of this groundbreaking development," says Alfred Challis, CEO of MANZI Water. "Our inclusion in the SKUBU Project underscores our commitment to making safe, clean drinking water accessible to all, and we are excited to see the positive impact this will have in Diepsloot."
Challis also expresses his appreciation to Ebenhaezer De Jongh, CEO of Sonke Retail, for the opportunity to contribute to this pioneering model for inclusive and sustainable retail.
"Eben's vision and leadership made this possible," Challis says. "We are grateful to play a part in something that meaningfully improves access to essentials and supports circular innovation in local communities."
Challis further thanks internal stakeholders, Pasquale and Belinda Frese, owners of multiple MANZI Water outlets in Johannesburg, whose belief in the vision and willingness to join the bold initiative were instrumental in positioning MANZI Water alongside such influential partners. Their initiative not only credits them as Licensees but also significantly strengthens MANZI Water's presence in meaningful spaces that align with its core mission.
MANZI Water concludes that it looks forward to contributing to the success of this pilot initiative and anticipates that SKUBU will serve as a scalable model for sustainable development across South Africa, opening future possibilities for all Licensees across the network.
For more information, visit www.manzi.co.za. You can also follow MANZI Water on Facebook, LinkedIn, or on Instagram.
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