E-waste crisis: Pollutants put environment and public health at risk

37pc of Kenya's e-waste comes from small household appliances like toasters and vacuum cleaners...

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Kenya faces a critical electronic waste (e-waste) crisis, with only 1% of its 51,000 metric tonnes of annual e-waste being formally recycled, posing significant risks to the environment and public health.

An estimated 70% of hazardous materials in Kenya's environment originates from e-waste.
Greenpeace Africa highlights that common household appliances contribute significantly to this growing problem.
Informal e-waste handlers, including children as young as six, are exposed to toxic substances like lead and mercury, leading to severe health issues and environmental contamination.

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