Kenya
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Nairobi County cracks down on illegal dumping and plastic waste as sanitation crisis worsens
Any operator caught in the act will have their license revoked without further notice.
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Murang’a County launches modern avocado packaging plant to boost farmers’ incomes
The facility is expected to enhance quality control, streamline the value chain, and open up more reliable export markets.
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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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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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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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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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Sky Labels expands operations with new factory and advanced machinery
The company operates two letterpress machines and offers digital printing for short-run and fast-turnaround jobs.
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Kenya waives taxes on tea packaging materials to boost value addition, farmer incomes
Government removes packaging taxes, pledges support to improve tea quality, access new markets, and enhance farmer productivity.
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Cutting plastic waste with reusable foldable crates – the Silafrica way
Each Silafrica crate is designed to withstand years of repeated use.