Waste Management
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Closing the Loop: Rafiki PEPS joins coastal startups to combat waste
This project forms the heart of Rafiki PEPS’ mission: to foster environmental responsibility among young learners .
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UK Hospitality sector raises alarm over EPR policy’s financial burden
They argue that key issues have been “deprioritized” by Defra, threatening investment, growth, and stability.
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Kenyans face penalties for failing to sort waste under new law
The government aims to incinerate 5% of waste, recycle 30%, convert 60% into compost or manure, and send only 5% to landfills.
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Pakistan accelerates enforcement of single-use plastic ban in Islamabad
Offenders face confiscation of banned items and monetary penalties.
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India launches nationwide drive to end plastic pollution
The campaign aims to encourage citizens to adopt eco-friendly habits.
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E-waste in Kenya surges to over 53,000 tonnes amid small electronics boom – KNBS
Small equipment such as toasters, vacuum cleaners, and other household electrical items led the increase, rising by 5.6% to 19,737 tonnes.
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Kitale launches innovative ‘Waste to Wealth’ project to support youth entrepreneurship
The program seeks to convert up to 150 tonnes of waste generated each day into marketable products.
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Ayuda en Acción, Indorama Ventures, IMG Group drive recycling initiatives in Mali
The initiative aims to strengthen plastic circularity while delivering critical socio-economic benefits.
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Del Monte acquires Mananasi Fibre to advance recycling and sustainability goals in Kenya
With the acquisition, Del Monte aims to integrate these waste-to-value solutions into its production cycle.
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Kazakhstan to develop holistic waste management strategy by September
Kazakhstan generates over 4.5 million tonnes of municipal waste annually, yet only 26% was recycled in 2024.