South Africa, June 17 -- Each year, Sappi supports between 350 and 400 young people through apprenticeships, bursaries, and workplace training. With an impressive retention rate of over 90% in key training categories, these initiatives ensure young trainees gain practical skills that strengthen both the company and the national workforce.

Sappi Skills Centres - located in Saiccor, Ngodwana, and the recently opened Richmond site for Forestry - offer industry-recognised training to improve employability and entrepreneurship. Around 425 learners per year gain hands-on experience at the mill-based centres, with nearly half securing jobs or starting their own businesses. Since 1 October 2024, 402 people have already attended training, accumul...