Sasol is aware of reports regarding a suspected sulphurous odour noted by some residents in the Johannesburg region.

We confirm that Secunda Operations is stable, with no operational incidents or abnormal process conditions that could have resulted in increased emissions or off‑site impacts. Available operational information indicates that all key plant systems have been functioning within normal parameters, and emissions monitoring shows levels well within the limits authorised in our atmospheric emissions licences.

As part of our commitment to responsible environmental management, we continuously track operational and ambient air quality data across the Secunda region. Recent assessments, including data from Sasol-managed and independent monitoring stations, do not indicate exceedances of applicable ambient air quality standards.

While Sasol cannot comment on the source of odours reported in Johannesburg, we continue to monitor our operations and the regional ambient network closely.

We remain committed to transparency and to engaging constructively with communities and stakeholders. Should members of the public have questions or wish to report environmental concerns, our environmental management team in Secunda is available to assist:

Telephone: +27 82 902 1989
Email: environmentstandby.secunda@sasol.com