The Kenyan government is proposing a national refill and reuse system aimed at significantly reducing plastic waste by shifting from single-use packaging to reusable containers for everyday products.

• The system could involve deposit-return schemes, where consumers pay a refundable deposit on reusable packaging.
• Key stakeholders include the State Department for Environment and Climate Change and businesses involved in products like beverages, cooking oil, and cleaning supplies.
• The proposals, which are not yet mandatory, could also introduce mandatory refill targets and tax incentives for businesses to support the transition.