By: Doris Jeruto Kenya is often discussed in climate conversations as a country highly exposed to droughts, floods, and agricultural shocks. That framing is incomplete. Increasingly, Kenya is becoming one of Africa’s most investable green economies , not despite its climate risks, but because policy, market demand, and demographic realities are converging to make sustainability …
When you toss out your trash, do you ever stop to think about who handles it next? In Kenya, discussions around waste management often focus on policies, technology, and infrastructure, yet the people who make the system function, especially women, are frequently overlooked. Think about it: sources indicate that women constitute a large, but largely …
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Date of Webinar: 28th August 2025 Organized By: TTNM in Partnership with EAWMC Target Audience: Government officialsResearchersInternational organizationsPrivate sector Speakers: 1. Mr. Brian Kalekye – Consultant Partnerships and Regional Development, TTNM2. Ms. Mpendulo Ginindza – Africa Regional Chapter Advisory Board Chair, ISWA3. Mr. Simon Kiarie – Ag. Director of Productive Sectors, EAC4. Mr. Adrian Njau …
On June 5th, 2025, TakaTaka Ni Mali marked World Environment Day with a stakeholder breakfast forum under the theme “Shaping the Future of Waste: A Stakeholders’ Dialogue on Opportunity and Impact.” The event, hosted at the TakaTaka Ni Mali Training Hub in Lavington, brought together waste collectors, aggregators, waste management companies, and green finance professionals …
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Turning Waste to Wealth: Africa Waste is Wealth Report 2025 Calls for Urgent Action to Unlock the Continent’s Circular Economy Potential Building on the momentum of the landmark Africa Waste is Wealth Conference 2024, held under the theme “Accelerating Sustainable Initiatives and Highlighting East Africa’s Policy Ambitions,” the newly released Africa Waste is Wealth Report …
What is Plastic Pollution? Plastic pollution is the accumulation of plastic objects and particles in the Earth’s environment, impacting humans, wildlife, and their habitats. Plastics that act as pollutants are categorized by size into micro-, meso-, or macro debris. Unlike other materials, plastic does not biodegrade, meaning it can take up to 1,000 years to …
The Africa Waste is Wealth Series II (AWWS II) conference in Nairobi was not only a showcase of cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking policies but also a platform for sharing inspiring success stories. From businesses to community-led initiatives and government programs, AWWS II featured real-life examples of waste management strategies that have made a tangible difference …
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Introduction Under the theme Accelerating Sustainable Green Initiatives and Highlighting East Africa’s Plastic Policy Ambitions, AWWS II laid out an ambitious vision for a future where waste is seen not as a burden, but as a resource that can drive economic growth, environmental sustainability, and social equity. This blog will explore the key commitments, future …
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The Africa Waste is Wealth Series II (AWWS II), held in Nairobi, showcased some of the most innovative technologies and methods designed to reshape waste management practices across Africa. With a focus on sustainability, circular economy principles, and scalable solutions, the conference underscored how emerging technologies can help African nations transition toward more effective waste …
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