SACA 2025: Eternal Evolution – Transforming for Sustainability
SACA National Conference 2025, a transformative gathering organized by the South African Cemeteries Association (SACA) in partnership with Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo (JCPZ) and SALGA. Held from 25–27 August 2025, at Brixton Multipurpose Centre, the conference brought together professionals, policymakers, urban planners, and innovators under the theme “Eternal Evolution – Transforming for Sustainability”
Key Highlights
Chairperson Mr. Pepe Dass opened the conference with a powerful message on adapting burial practices to modern realities—urbanization, climate change, and cultural shifts. The theme emphasized environmental responsibility, policy reform, and innovation in cemetery and crematorium services
Keynote Addresses & Expert Panels
The conference featured thought-provoking keynote speeches and panel discussions on:
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Green burials and eco-friendly alternatives
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Digital transformation in cemetery management
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Cemeteries as urban development assets
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Policy alignment and innovation in memorialization
The Johannesburg Executive Mayor Cllr Dada Morero delivered a special address, highlighting Johannesburg’s commitment to dignified and sustainable urban spaces.
