Ecoxpand - About Us

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Ecoxpand was founded by David Cupido, early 2025.

David was awarded a five-year National Waste Management agreement to oversee waste operations in Namibia, working closely with local partners to implement sustainable solutions.

Throughout his career, David has held key roles in various South African companies, including Director, New Business Development, and Training & Development. His passion for empowering communities led him to create a unique, tailor-made, community-based recycling program. This model enables local people to transform waste into wealth—feeding multiple families and creating long-term, dignified employment through recycling.

Driven by a belief in the power of collaboration, David emphasizes building real relationships with stakeholders—turning clients into partners and friends. With this mind-set, we decided to collaborate and revolutionize the waste and recycling industry in South Africa, connecting industry role players for deeper, more sustainable impact.

VALUES

Innovation

We believe in constantly evolving. Through creative thinking and problem-solving, we develop new solutions that make waste management more efficient, inclusive, and impactful.

Empowerment

We are committed to uplifting individuals and communities by turning recyclers into entrepreneurs and everyday people into champions for change.

Sustainability

Everything we do is rooted in long-term environmental and economic sustainability. We aim to leave communities and ecosystems better than we found them.

Education & Training

Equip communities, institutions & individuals with the knowledge and skills needed for effective waste management and environmental sustainability.

Collaboration

We build real relationships—with our partners, communities, and industry stakeholders—because lasting impact happens when we work together, not in silos.

Sustainability

Everything we do is rooted in long-term environmental and economic sustainability. We aim to leave communities and ecosystems better than we found them.

OUR TEAM

At EcoXpand, we are driven by a dedicated team of industry experts and passionate professionals. Each member brings a unique set of skills, deep insights, and a shared commitment to transforming the recycling and waste management landscape across Africa.

Our team consists of dynamic entrepreneurs, each with diverse backgrounds and approaches.

Together, we bring over 30 years of collective experience in key areas such as:

Landfill Management

Site Operations

Chipping and Composting

Onsite Waste Sorting and Management

Recycling Collection Systems

Community-Based Waste Solutions

This diversity provides us with a 360-degree perspective of the industry—enabling us to approach challenges from multiple angles and deliver holistic, scalable, and impactful solutions tailored to both urban and rural contexts.
We don’t just work in the industry—we live and innovate through it, building solutions that uplift communities and drive meaningful environmental change.

Presence
With multiple sites across South Africa, EcoXpand leverages combined expertise to deliver impactful solutions in waste management, community development & education.

Our Commitment
By combining our strengths, we are committed to eradicating poverty, enhancing community well-being, and transforming waste into valuable resources.

At EcoXpand, we don’t just manage waste—we cultivate opportunity.

Our mission is to turn everyday people into champions within their communities, provinces, and across the nation. We continuously develop forward-thinking solutions, uplift and empower local communities, and drive sustainable change through recycling.

We are passionate about building meaningful partnerships across the country—working together to scale grassroots entrepreneurs into established, thriving businesses.

Guided by our core belief in Innovate. Enhance. Recycle. We’re not just shaping an industry; we’re shaping a movement.