Grant project deliverable

Implementation of automated refill stations in the sale of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) in low-income environments

Grant holder: G Mans

Institution: CSIR

Grant: CSIR/BEI/CISA/2023/064

Duration: 1 January 2024 to 30 June 2025

Status: Completed

Technical report : Karstens, C. (2025). A study of the success criteria and impact of the implementation of automated refill stations in the sale of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) in low-income environments. CSIR: Pretoria.
Video: DSTI (2025). Launch of Skubu refill store in Diepsloot to drive sustainable shopping and the circular economy.
Video: SABC News (2025). Retail revolution unfolding in Diepsloot.

The South African government recognises the circular economy as a driver of economic growth and modern re-industrialisation. Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI) play a key role in enabling the country’s transition to a low-carbon, circular economy.

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