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Have a brief look at this for now.. I'm here to present some of the amazing progress we're making today in informal sector of waste management. Our goal at TakaNiAjira Foundation Uganda is to develop effective solutions to the urgent problems involved with waste pickers and plastic pollution. We've started an interesting Partners Programme that will unite different stakeholders in order to work together on creative trash management initiatives through the Zaidi Recyclers Ltd Through the integration of local businesses, communities, and this campaign seeks to improve recycling practices and encourage a zero-waste culture throughout Uganda. We're collaborating closely with like-minded groups and people through this plan to bring about significant change. By working together, we are establishing efficient waste management systems, helping waste pickers, and promoting a circular economy. Newtonia Green Nature Initiative james kwikiriza TakaNiAjira Foundation Uganda Eng. Allen M Kimambo Eric Kibalama Kauma Doreen Sonia Dias Zoë Lenkiewicz Nakuru county Waste pickers association Dawn To Glow International Ltd GIZ Uganda TakaNiAjira Foundation Franken Kalongole As we work to create a cleaner, greener future for everybody, stay tuned for more developments. Join us in our mission if you have a strong desire to make a difference and are enthusiastic about sustainability. #EnvironmentalConservation #TakaNiAjira #ZeroWaste #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #Sustainability #CommunityAction

Africa, with its abundant natural resources, is at a critical juncture in balancing economic growth with environmental sustainability. The continent's wealth of minerals, fossil fuels, and agricultural land is vital for development, but their extraction and use have significant environmental costs. Notably, these activities contribute substantially to greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity loss, emphasizing the urgent need for sustainable resource management. A promising approach is the adoption of circular economy principles, which focus on enhancing resource efficiency, reducing waste, and promoting the reuse and recycling of materials. For example, initiatives like Unilever's Clean Future program, which uses biodegradable biosurfactants in cleaning products, demonstrate how businesses can reduce their environmental impact while creating new revenue streams. By integrating such practices, African businesses and policymakers can drive economic growth, enhance resilience, and contribute to global sustainability goals. Embracing these strategies is essential for ensuring a prosperous and sustainable future for Africa. #Ghana #Africa #Resources #Sustainability

MAKUTANO AFRICA 2024 - AFRICAN STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGEMENT ON WASTE, SUSTAINABILITY AND CIRCULARITY Makutano Africa 2024 is an initiative aimed at promoting sustainable urban development and #WasteWanagement in Africa. The theme for the epoch making event is “Uniting Voices, Driving Change: Towards a Sustainable and Circular Africa” Makutano Africa 2024 will bring together stakeholders to share knowledge, inspire action, and drive progress towards a more sustainable and circular future for Africa, we hope to harness the collective intelligence of the continent to create a robust circular and sustainable future for #Africa. African Development Bank Group Africa HR Forum United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) ISWA International Solid Waste Association Alliance to End Plastic Waste GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) The Recycling Partnership EU Environment and Climate

Preventing waste is the first step towards a cleaner Uganda. Learn how simple changes in your daily life can make a big difference in the video below 👇 . #AwastelessUganda #Sustainability ,Barirega Akankwasah, PhD, Tony Achidria , Evelyn Katasi

🌍 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝘂𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟴 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, 𝟭𝟰:𝟯𝟬 – 𝟭𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗘𝗔𝗧 The SMEP Programme is participating at the Africa Waste is Wealth Series II being held in Nairobi this week, 8-9 October 2024,  https://lnkd.in/dWvCA8Ty Join us for 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 𝟮: 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗸 – a critical conversation on driving sustainable organic pollution-control strategies through trade. This session will explore how 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 can drive the adoption of technologies for 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁. Experts from East Africa will share key insights into overcoming barriers to 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 and present practical solutions to enhance 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵-𝗦𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Panelists will include two SMEP grantees who will share their insights on technologies being piloted to produce textile grade fibres from agriwaste and treating waste water from industries operating along the Nairobi Rivers Basin. 🎙️ 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿: Dr. Henrique Pacini, Economic Officer, UNCTAD 💡 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀: - PS. Alfred Ombudo K'Ombudo, Principal Secretary, Trade, Government of Kenya - Dr. Jane Bogonko-Nyakang'o (PhD)(MBA), CEO, Kenyan National Cleaner Production Centre - Hon. Françoise Uwumukiza, Chairperson, Committee on Agriculture, Tourism, and Natural Resources, EALA - Mr James Boyd-Moss, Founder, Mananasi Fibre  - Ms. Eva Muhia, Commissioner, Nairobi Rivers Commission - Ms. Anita Siro, Environment and Biodiversity Officer, British High Commission 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻-𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻  https://lnkd.in/dcJA2Jy8 Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with key players in the field of 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝘄𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆! #CircularEconomy #SustainableTrade #WasteIsWealth #TradeAndEnvironment #EastAfrica

As the world commemorate the International #Environmentalday, we were out at the local community of Ngoulemekong, Mvilla division of the south region of Cameroon, sensitizing the population on #plastic #wastemanagement #desertification, the need for #reforestation. I am thrilled to announce that this project is funded by the Ban Ki-moon Foundation Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens; which will also see the production of a plastic waste management sensitization documentary; #plantingover1000trees; and strengthen the capacity of over 1000 youths in #climatechange #adaptation #mitigation in Cameroons - South West, Littoral and Center Regions of Cameroon. - May 2023 - May 2025. #Inspire #lead #impact.

The hands of 40 years of sorting through waste. Paul Ngige now 45 is a waste picker in Makadara, Nairobi. Collecting more than 1000kg per month, Paul and the 20 million other waste pickers are able to collect 60% of the world's recyclables. Far more efficiently than expensive garbage trucks, sorting machines and other hardware. Yet they are underpaid and undervalued. Listen to my interview with podcast apaPETation and discover ways in which this can be changed. https://lnkd.in/eeks4JXD #wastepickers #plasticpollution KOLEKT BVRio EU Africa RISE (Reform for Investment and Sustainable Economies) BIC Archipelago VC KEPRO Kenya United Nations Environment Programme Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) #plastictreaty #unplastictreaty

🌐✨It is the responsibility of every citizen to prioritize reusing, reducing, and recycling as much as possible. The production of waste materials is detrimental to our environment, and by minimizing our waste, we can help mitigate its impact.🗳️🌐 #namibianeedsme #strenghteningdemocraticparticipation #nextgeneration #NNM #namyouth4change #init2gether #futureleaders #educateyourself #namibiamycountry #youthadvocacy #democracy4namibia #iplaymypart #namibia Disclaimer: This project Namibia Needs Me is funded by the EU. This post and its content is the sole responsibility of the NID and does not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union.

On Africa Industrialisation Day, we celebrate innovation and sustainability! 🌍💡 With West and East Africa supplying the world’s shea, developing industry is vital in driving economic growth and sustainable development. Industrialisation plays a critical role in creating jobs, reducing poverty and advancing the continent’s structural transformation, ensuring a brighter future for communities and industries alike. This year’s theme, ‘Leveraging AI and Green Industrialisation to Accelerate Africa's Structural Transformation’, highlights the importance of sustainable industrialisation in driving economic growth and community empowerment. The shea industry plays a vital role in this transformation and the Global Shea Alliance (GSA) connects small, medium and large scale industrialisation efforts within the shea sector to build a more inclusive economy. Through strategic investments of more than $84 million in sustainability projects across West Africa, the GSA has optimised post harvest processing, significantly reducing energy consumption and waste. It has also delivered business training for women collectors and championed responsible sourcing practices to protect and preserve shea parklands, ensuring long term environmental and economic benefits. These efforts directly reduce the environmental footprint of the industry whilst empowering rural women and enhancing the sustainability of local economies. Over the past decade, value addition in the shea sector has grown by 60%, complemented by the rise of green technologies and innovations. Examples include solar panel dryers for shea kernels, solar powered processing equipment and more energy efficient machinery introduced to women collectors. Across the value chain, from downstream kernel drying to midstream butter production, innovations are optimising processes, reducing waste and minimising the use of water and chemicals. The shea sector is driving green industrialisation through the increasing launch of eco conscious processing centers across major producing countries. Key advancements include repurposing shea waste for energy, adopting water efficient systems, implementing waste to compost initiatives and using water scrubbers to reduce dust and pollutants from chimneys, lowering the chemical footprint. The shift toward eco friendly packaging with biodegradable or recyclable materials further underscores the sector's commitment to sustainability. By advancing such initiatives, the shea industry exemplifies how green industrialisation can drive economic growth, empower communities and promote environmental sustainability. Together, we are building a brighter, more inclusive future! 🌍✨ #AfricaIndustrialisationDay #SustainableDevelopment #EmpoweringWomen #GreenIndustrialisation

📢 Today we announce the launch of our #plastic packaging information series for #Lusaka! The mission is to #educate the community about proper #waste sorting and collection, and the crucial role in creating a cleaner and #greener #environment. ℹ️#Developing countries especially in #Africa have been struggling to sustainably manage their #waste. Rising populations, increased #economic #growth and the #rural-#urban drift have led to increased generation of waste that has not been met with equivalent #sustainable waste management systems that protects public #health and #environment and improves the #social welfare of the people and the outlook of cities in these countries. ℹ️Acknowledging these issues, Africa RISE and SWITCH to Green first partnered in 2022 to support @SADC BC establish a platform within the #Southern #African #Development Community (SADC) to promote #Circular #Economy, #WasteManagement, and Extended Producer Responsibility (#EPR). Objectives of the campaign  🎯Raise awareness about the EPR PRO pilot 🎯Engage communities of Lusaka to actively participate in the pilot 🎯Educate and improve good waste management practices #WasteSegregation #LusakaCleanUp #Sustainability #CommunityImpact 🔗For more information on this campaign and how you can help us spread the message, read our one pager : https://lnkd.in/eXKu5tTa 🤝🏻 Acknowledgements Green Earth Solutions Zambia BlackForest Solutions GmbH GreenForest Solutions GmbH Ministry of Green Economy and Environment - Zambia University Of Lusaka With the participation of: Mihaela Balan  Sebastian Frisch Emmanuel Barreto Victor matokwani  Neirin Jones mwansa Matokwani