The counties of Meru, Embu, and Tharaka Nithi have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly establish a modern waste management system, aiming to transform waste into valuable resources like fertilizer and energy. This partnership, solidified on October 23, 2025 in Kathwana, will involve the construction of a shared waste processing plant.

• The three counties collectively generate approximately 1,350 tonnes of waste daily.
• The project will involve Ghana's Jospong Group, an experienced investor in waste recycling and green energy.
• The initiative aligns with Kenya's National Solid Waste Management Strategy (2023–2033) and is expected to create hundreds of jobs.