South Africa, Oct. 29 -- As fashion's growing carbon footprint is under the spotlight, the latest two Street Stores highlight the need for more giving away and less throwing away.

Mindful giving

Fashion was responsible for 1.2 billion tonnes of greenhouse gases in 2024, with the number expected to rise 50% by 2030.

Up&Up chair and patron of the Street Store, Mike Abel says: "While many people have never had more, others have never had less.

"As such, we are encouraging people to think differently about fashion.

"The Street Store's mission is to address waste, promote circular economies, and foster a culture of mindful giving and sustainable fashion."

The timing of the two Street Stores coincides with the build-up towards what would ...