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Uganda’s Path to Sustainability Waste management is a growing crisis across Africa, and Uganda is no exception. Plastics, especially single-use items, litter our streets and harm our environment. While Uganda has made strides, like banning plastic bags, the battle continues. Global Efforts & Uganda’s Role International agreements like the Basel Convention, the Paris Agreement, and Agenda 2063 are shaping Africa's response to waste. Uganda must implement stronger policies and invest in sustainable practices to meet these global goals. Rwanda’s waste management success, with waste segregation and recycling, shows Uganda’s potential for change. By embracing innovation and community-based solutions, we can reduce waste and create a circular economy. Let’s lead the change Together, we can turn waste into wealth, create jobs, and build a cleaner, greener Uganda. Let’s commit to sustainable waste management for a better future. #WasteManagement #Sustainability #Uganda #Africa #PlasticPollution #CircularEconomy @basel.convention.ir @ellenmacarthurfoundation @worldbank @iswa_social

Nigeria’s Circular Economy: A $10 Billion Opportunity by 2030! At the Nigeria Climate Innovation Center Climate Change Forum, our CEO, Bankole Oloruntoba, highlighted Nigeria’s transition to a circular economy as a game-changer for economic growth, sustainability, and job creation. With the right policies, investment, and innovation, Nigeria’s circular economy could contribute an estimated $10 billion to the GDP by 2030 while creating over two million direct and indirect jobs! Speaking on the topic “Nigeria’s Transition to a Circular Economy: Boosting a Trillion-Dollar Economy through Recycling, Upcycling, and Waste-to-Energy Solutions,” he emphasized how circularity strengthens industrial capacity, reduces reliance on raw materials, and fosters economic resilience. Key opportunities in Nigeria’s circular economy: - Converting organic waste into biofertilizers and biogas for agriculture - Recycling materials to enhance efficiency in manufacturing - Waste-to-energy solutions for power generation and alternative fuels - Using sustainable materials in construction for urban resilience To make this vision a reality, collaboration is key. The government, businesses, and citizens must work together to implement policies that encourage sustainable waste management and circular production. At Nigeria Climate Innovation Center, we are committed to leading this transformation driving green innovation, fostering climate resilience, and positioning Nigeria as a leader in sustainable economic growth. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dCH9hDgC #NigeriaClimateInnovationCenter #CircularEconomy #Sustainability

🌍 The Waste Crisis is Growing -But So Is Our Opportunity to Act♻️ Imagine a world without waste pickers. The streets would overflow with waste, recycling rates would plummet, and our shared vision of a sustainable future would slip further from reach. Waste pickers are the invisible backbone of recycling systems dedicated individuals who sort, recover, and recycle materials that would otherwise end up in landfills or polluting our environment. Yet, too often, their efforts go unnoticed, their voices unheard. At TakaNiAjira Foundation, we believe in turning this around. Our message is simple: To tackle the waste crisis, we must adopt an inclusive approach that recognizes, values and empowers, and builds upon the incredible work of waste pickers rather than excluding them. 🔑 Here’s why inclusion matters: 💡 Without waste pickers, recycling systems grind to a halt. 💡 Recognizing their contributions unlocks untapped potential for innovation and efficiency. 💡 Empowering them creates stronger communities, economic opportunities, and a healthier planet. Let’s move forward with solutions that bring everyone to the table, especially those who’ve been holding it together for years. 💬 What can we do to better support waste pickers in our communities? Drop your thoughts below and let’s build a movement that turns challenges into opportunities. #TakaNiAjira #WasteToValue #WastePickers #WasteManagement #CircularEconomy ISWA International Solid Waste Association WIEGO - Women in Informal Employment: Globalizing and Organizing Alliance to End Plastic Waste GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) Rita Idehai Eng. Allen M Kimambo TakaNiAjira Foundation Uganda TakaNiAjira Foundation Kenya Gloria Chebet Ntabazi Raymond James Sonia Dias Kabir (Qabeer) Arora (Jalandhari) Zoë Lenkiewicz DESMOND Alugnoa Betty Osei Bonsu Break Free From Plastic Plastic Pollution Coalition Waste Pickers Association of Nigeria (WAPAN) Dandora Green Recyclers Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO)

Plastic waste is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time. With millions of tons of plastic ending up in our oceans and landfills each year, the need for effective recovery and recycling strategies has never been more critical. Technoserve NG TechnoServe - Nigeria Plastic Solution Activity is committed to leading the charge in plastic waste recovery. Our innovative approaches and dedicated team are working tirelessly to transform waste into valuable resources, ensuring a cleaner and healthier planet for future generations. Together, we can make a significant difference. By supporting and participating in plastic waste recovery initiatives, we are not only safeguarding our environment but also paving the way for a sustainable future♻️ #PlasticWasteRecovery #Sustainability #Recycling #EnvironmentalImpact #CircularEconomy #GreenInnovation

Plastic waste is a pressing environmental issue, with some plastics taking up to 500 years to break down. As Nigeria moves towards sustainability, how can we tackle this challenge and transition to sustainable alternatives? Join our #ACTober series at bit.ly/joinactober as we explore solutions together. Let’s work together to reduce our plastic footprint and drive sustainable change in Nigeria! 🌍♻️ #Sustainability #PlasticFree #ACTober2024 #CircularEconomy #SDGs

What Sustainability Really Looks Like in Africa? Sustainability isn’t new to Africa. For generations, communities across the continent have practiced resourcefulness and resilience, using only what they need and sharing within communities. But with fast-growing cities and mounting environmental challenges, these values have become essential strategies for a sustainable future. Urbanization is one of the most pressing issues. With cities expanding rapidly—African urban populations are expected to double by 2050—waste management is a top concern. Currently, cities across Sub-Saharan Africa generate around 125 million tons of municipal solid waste each year, and that number could rise to 244 million tons by 2025. Addressing this volume of waste requires more than traditional solutions—it calls for a shift toward the circular economy. The circular economy model emphasizes reducing, reusing, and recycling materials, and it’s already making an impact. By adopting circular principles, African businesses can not only manage waste but create jobs and reduce costs. At Verigreen, for instance, recycles hundreds of tons of plastic waste annually in South Africa, turning landfill-bound materials into sustainable refuse bags and packaging. Verigreen’s commitment to reducing plastic waste reflects the sentiment that sustainability isn’t just good for the environment—it’s good for business. Community plays a major role too. Waste-pickers across Africa, often informal workers, collect recyclables from landfills, diverting significant waste from landfills. In South Africa, Verigreen partners with these workers and recycling programmes, providing resources to support their essential role in the circular economy. Kenya’s recent policy incentives for recycling businesses and Rwanda’s stringent plastic bag ban underscore how supportive policies can drive impactful change. Looking forward, Africa’s sustainability efforts will require collaboration, investment, and innovative thinking. With a young, eco-conscious population and an inherent tradition of resourcefulness, Africa has a unique opportunity to pioneer sustainable growth. By leveraging community initiatives, supporting local recycling businesses, and prioritizing waste reduction, African countries are turning sustainability into a strategy for resilience. Want to learn more about how Verigreen supports sustainability in Africa? Click here: www.verigren.co.za #SustainabilityInAfrica #CircularEconomy #WasteReduction #Verigreen #SustainableFuture

From global agreements to local solutions, the waste crisis in Africa demands urgent action. Explore my thoughts on the way forward, with a focus on Uganda’s journey toward a circular economy. Read my latest insights and join the conversation on how we can turn waste into opportunity. Click the link to learn more #Sustainability #WasteManagement #Africa https://lnkd.in/djnsiWBy

Did you know that waste pickers play an essential role in our communities, yet there's surprisingly little data available about them? At TakaNiAjira Foundation, we're committed to understanding and supporting these essential workers. That's why we're excited to share that our ongoing initiative to register waste pickers using #ZaidiApp is making strides. By collecting valuable data, we're empowering decision-makers to make informed choices that positively impact the lives of waste pickers. Registering waste pickers isn't just about numbers - it's about recognizing their contributions, ensuring their safety, and providing access to essential resources. Every registration brings us one step closer to creating a more inclusive and sustainable future for all. #BeProudOfEachKilo #LetsValueWastePickers #TakaNiAjira 💚♻️ ISWA International Solid Waste Association WIEGO - Women in Informal Employment: Globalizing and Organizing GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives) International Alliance of Waste Pickers Africa Circular Economy Research and Policy Network (ACERPiN) Plastic Pollution Coalition UNDP Tanzania UNDP Accelerator Labs Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete Foundation (JMKF) Alliance to End Plastic Waste Umesh Madhavan Aditi Ramola Fair Circularity Initiative The Circulate Initiative Eng. Allen M Kimambo Beatha Malauri, Zoë Lenkiewicz Sonia Dias Taylor Cass Talbott Kabir (Qabeer) Arora (Jalandhari) Esther Chibueyin Fagbo Ntabazi Raymond James Kenya national waste pickers

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞: 𝐀 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐙𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞  Chilengedwe's director, Cisanga Mwanza, shed light on the alarming impact of indiscriminate plastic waste disposal on Zambia’s economy. From clogging drainage systems and increasing cleanup costs to harming agriculture and tourism, the repercussions are severe—and preventable. But there’s hope! Recycling plastic waste is more than an environmental solution; it’s an economic opportunity. By recycling, we reduce costs, create jobs, and protect vital industries like agriculture and tourism. Let’s take action, Zambia! Start small: segregate your plastic waste, find local recycling centers, and encourage others to do the same. Together, we can turn plastic waste into a resource and safeguard our nation’s future. 💚 What will you do today to make a difference? Share your recycling tips below! CREDIT: Diamond TV Zambia #RecycleZambia #PlasticFreeZambia #SustainableEconomy #GreenLiving #Chilengedwe #EcoAction

𝘚𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘮𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘸𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘰 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦-𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. 𝘉𝘺 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘮𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘦𝘴, 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘱𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘤𝘪𝘳𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘺 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘺𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘥, 𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘦𝘯𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘸𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴, 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘔𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘗𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘯𝘦𝘳, 𝘙𝘰𝘴𝘢 𝘕𝘥𝘶𝘢𝘵𝘪-𝘔𝘶𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘰. Our Managing Partner Rosa Nduati-Mutero will be moderating a panel session titled Waste Management Regulatory Framework at the upcoming Africa Waste is Wealth Conference organised by TakaTaka Ni Mali from 8 – 9 October 2024. Rosa will be joined by an exceptional line-up of speakers, including 1. Joyce Gachugi - Waweru, CEO, Packaging Producer Responsibility Organisation (PAKPRO Kenya) 2. Valentina Russo, Senior Engineer, Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and Circular Energy Organisation. The panel session will examine the current legal landscape surrounding waste management in East Africa. It will highlight regulatory gaps, enforcement challenges, and the role of policy in promoting sustainable practices. The session will also provide insights into strengthening frameworks for a circular economy. Learn more about the conference, including how to register 🔗https://lnkd.in/dcJA2Jy8 Rosa Nduati-Mutero Mary Ngechu Dipesh Pabari Carlotta Dal Lago Joshua Samson Clayton Chaparadza Sharon Muoki Eden Gatuiku Fenan Estifanos #AWWS2024 #CircularEconomy #BeatPlastic #WasteManagement #Sustainablity #WasteisWealth #PartneringforChange #OneALN