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Originally published by The Standard BusinessMay 5, 2026
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Consumption outpacing recycling of waste, data shows
Kenya’s e-waste surges as consumption outpaces recycling, exposing gaps in disposal systems and rising pressure on a fragile circular economy...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya is facing a growing e-waste crisis, with consumption significantly outpacing recycling efforts, despite recent legislative advancements and a push for a circular economy.
- Kenya generated 55,596 tonnes of electronic waste in 2025.
- The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) provided the latest data.
- Key legislation includes the Sustainable Waste Management Act (2022) and the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Regulations (2024).
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