Centre for Environmental Justice And Development - CEJAD

21/08/2026

We participated in the Technical Working Group Meeting on Strengthening Pesticide Poisoning Surveillance in Tanzania to initiate the development of a harmonised multisectoral reporting tool on pesticide poisoning organised by the Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority (TPHPA), in collaboration with the Centre for Pesticide Su***de Prevention (CPSP) and the Centre for Environment Justice and Development (CEJAD)

The meeting brought together key stakeholders to share experiences, review existing surveillance and reporting systems, identify gaps, and strengthen coordination across sectors. It also marked an important step towards developing a harmonised approach to pesticide-poisoning reporting and surveillance in Tanzania.

Strengthening surveillance means generating better data, improving coordination, informing evidence-based action, and ultimately contributing to safer and healthier communities.

19/08/2026

We participated in nception meeting for the Project “Advancing Non-Toxic Circular Economy in East Africa” at Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, Giraffe Beach Hotel.

The project aims to reduce and eliminate the production, import, and use of toxic “non-circular” plastics that cannot be safely recycled due to the presence of hazardous chemicals and to advance a non-toxic circular economy in East Africa.

The initiative is complemented by an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) approach, promoting greater responsibility for producers throughout the lifecycle of their products was organised by AGENDA for Environment and Responsible Development in collaboration with the Centre for Environment Justice and Development (CEJAD).

27/07/2026

For two days, CEJAD participated in the Technical Committee Meeting on the Draft Uasin Gishu County Sustainable Waste Management Policy, Bill and Regulations, bringing together county officials and technical stakeholders to review and refine the proposed frameworks.

Such technical consultations play a vital role in ensuring county waste management laws are practical, inclusive and responsive to local needs. Strong policy and legal frameworks can help improve waste governance, promote waste reduction, segregation, and resource recovery, while creating an enabling environment for the meaningful integration of waste pickers in the waste management system

27/07/2026

Wildlife pesticide poisoning continues to threaten biodiversity and disrupt ecosystems across Kenya. Despite growing concern, up-to-date data on wildlife pesticide poisoning remains limited.

To help close this knowledge gap, CEJAD, The Centre for Pesticide Su***de Prevention (CPSP) and Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) convened a two-day Technical Working Group meeting last week to discuss an upcoming study on wildlife hashtag poisoning in Kenya and strengthen its approach. This study will help identify pesticides associated with wildlife deaths and poisoning.

The meeting brought together representatives from government agencies, research institutions and conservation organisations.
Strong partnerships and credible data are essential to developing practical solutions for wildlife conservation and safer pesticide management.
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Kenya Wildlife Trust Kenya Wildlife Service

10/07/2026

03/07/2026

Before plastic bags became part of everyday life, our communities had other ways of carrying, storing, and preserving what they needed. Woven baskets, sisal bags, gourds, clay pots, and other locally made containers served generations, designed to be used again and again, not thrown away after a single trip.

As we get into plastics-free July, perhaps the future isn't just about inventing new solutions: it's also about rediscovering the wisdom that has always existed.

Let's embrace reusable, plastic-free alternatives, adopt a culture of refill and reuse, and reduce our reliance on single-use plastics wherever possible. Carry a reusable shopping bag and water bottle, choose products with minimal or no plastic packaging, and support businesses that offer refill and reuse options.

Every conscious choice we make today brings us one step closer to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.

05/06/2026

To commemorate ,we co-organised a multi-stakeholder dialogue with the Nairobi City County Government, bringing together key stakeholders to explore solutions for sustainable waste management and climate action.

The dialogue highlighted the importance of enforcing the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework, promoting waste segregation at source, investing in non-toxic circular economy solutions, and enhancing public awareness and accountability across the waste value chain. Participants also emphasized the need to recognise and integrate waste pickers as essential actors in sustainable waste management systems, and to support a just transition towards a more inclusive circular economy.

As Kenya works to address the interconnected challenges of pollution, biodiversity loss, and climate change, participants emphasized that effective implementation and compliance with waste management laws, and meaningful collaboration across the waste value chain are critical to advancing a more sustainable, inclusive, and climate-resilient future.

18/05/2026

As part of our waste picker trainings across counties, we conducted a training on Material Recovery Facilities (MRF) management and its operations, the Sustainable Waste Management Act (2022), and the EPR Regulations (2024).

This engagement continues to equip waste pickers with the knowledge and skills needed to operate MRFs as prescribed by the law, meaningfully engage in discussions on waste governance and strengthen efforts towards a non-toxic, just, and sustainable circular economy

Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) GIZ,

14/05/2026

Inclusive, accountable and sustainable waste governance cannot happen without democratic participation
Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) Griffins Ochieng EPROK KENYA

08/05/2026

For three days, we welcomed county and national government representatives, waste picker Associatios, civil society actors, researchers, and communities into a shared democratic space to reflect on the future of waste governance in Kenya. Through open dialogue, participatory discussions, and collective learning, the conference highlighted the importance of strengthening local democracy systems in waste management, ensuring that the voices of communities and waste pickers are not only heard, but actively shape policies and decision-making processes.

These engagements reinforced that accountable and sustainable waste governance can only be achieved when participation is meaningful, transparent, and inclusive. We extend our sincere appreciation to every participant, partner, and speaker who contributed to advancing conversations on environmental justice, producer accountability, dignified livelihoods, and a just transition towards a toxics-free circular economy.

The 'Sustainable Solid Waste Governance and Local democracy conference' may be over, but the work continues
Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) Griffins Ochieng