By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - A Communications Design student from the Emeris Vega School in uMhlanga, has earned international acclaim by securing a WorldStar Student Certificate of Recognition for his biodegradable instant noodle packaging. Deeply inspired by his favorite manga series "Naruto" Joash Gounden developed a sustainable design using seaweed and mycelium, that even unfolds from a bowl into a functional place mat. This prestigious award highlights the former art teacher's successful transition into the global design arena, proving that even a guilty pleasure can be redesigned to solve real-world environmental problems... 

<p>By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - A Communications Design student from the Emeris Vega School in uMhlanga, has earned international acclaim by securing a WorldStar Student Certificate of Recognition for his biodegradable instant noodle packaging. Deeply inspired by his favorite manga series "Naruto" Joash Gounden developed a sustainable design using seaweed and mycelium, that even unfolds from a bowl into a functional place mat. This prestigious award highlights the former art teacher's successful transition into the global design arena, proving that even a guilty pleasure can be redesigned to solve real-world environmental problems...&nbsp;</p>

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