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Kenya Association of Waste Recyclers is the business membership organization for the private sector industry involved in the materials Recovery from waste, this includes and is not limited to retrieval of materials from waste,repair and recycling.

Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR) participated in a stakeholder workshop convened by the Nema Kenya to suppor...
19/08/2026

Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR) participated in a stakeholder workshop convened by the Nema Kenya to support the development of a five-year communication strategy on waste segregation and behavioural change in Kenya. The initiative is aligned with the Sustainable Waste Management Act, 2022 and the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Waste Management) Regulations, 2024, which establish the national waste segregation colour codes of Blue, Black and Green.

The workshop brought together stakeholders from government, civil society, NGOs, academia and the private sector to discuss how public awareness and household-level waste segregation can be strengthened. From KAWR’s perspective, the discussions highlighted the importance of developing a practical, evidence-based communication campaign that goes beyond awareness creation to connect household segregation with actual collection, recovery, recycling and end-market systems. Effective segregation at source must be supported by a functional waste recovery value chain so that the public can see the value and purpose of separating waste.

NEMA, represented by Mr. David Ongare, Director of Environmental Compliance, emphasised the need for solutions that reflect the Kenyan context and culture and called for stakeholders to contribute evidence and experiences to inform behaviour change. The workshop was supported through the Strategic Sector Cooperation (SSC), a Denmark–Kenya partnership supporting the country's circular economy transition, with the communication campaign being spearheaded by Burson Consultants

KAWR’s participation provided an opportunity to bring the perspectives of waste recovery and recycling actors into the process and to emphasise the need for a communication strategy that is practical, inclusive and linked to Kenya’s broader circular economy and waste recovery objectives.
Richard Kainika KEPRO Kenya Muchiri Antonio Pakpro KENYA EPROK KENYA Haprok Kenya

Join us to discuss Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR’s) proposed National Waste Recovery Infrastructure Surve...
19/08/2026

Join us to discuss Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR’s) proposed National Waste Recovery Infrastructure Survey—mapping facilities, equipment and capacities across Kenya to identify gaps and opportunities for targeted interventions, EPR and policy advocacy.
📅 Friday, 21 August 2026
🕒 3:00 PM EAT
💻 Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89568723172?pwd=8EwLqonp3fnWFpfPg0icE9QxrIdHob.1
Muhammad Iqbal Muchiri Antonio Greenco International Okoa youth Elvis Omondi Martin Deporres Odera Joseph Ongeri

KNOW YOUR BINS, SORT YOUR WASTE!BLACK BIN – GENERAL WASTEFor waste that cannot be recycled or composted.GREEN BIN – ORGA...
14/08/2026

KNOW YOUR BINS, SORT YOUR WASTE!

BLACK BIN – GENERAL WASTE
For waste that cannot be recycled or composted.

GREEN BIN – ORGANIC WASTE
For food scraps, fruit peels and other biodegradable waste.

BLUE BIN – RECYCLABLE WASTE
For plastics, bottles, cans, paper and other recyclable materials.

Sort it right. Keep it clean. Give waste a second life!


Muhammad Iqbal Joseph Ongeri Nema Kenya Nairobi City County Government Kumeiya Kaineka Justus Kuria Chege Mtopanga river conservancy Greenco International TakaTaka Solutions Okoa youth Havens Shoes Wesley Mutoko Wanyonyi

Behind every sack of plastic collected is a human being.A mother. A father. A young person. A neighbour. A worker trying...
11/08/2026

Behind every sack of plastic collected is a human being.

A mother. A father. A young person. A neighbour. A worker trying to earn a living and build a better future.

At Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR), we know that some waste pickers face challenges that are bigger than what we see on the streets — including substance use, poverty, stigma and difficult living conditions.

Our answer should not always be rejection. Sometimes, it should be a helping hand.

We believe in a simple principle:

❤️ Support the person.
🦺 Protect the workplace.
♻️ Respect the worker.
🤝 Give people a pathway to recovery.

But compassion does not mean compromising safety. Nobody should work while intoxicated, operate machinery while impaired, or put colleagues and the public at risk.

Instead of saying “you are a problem,”let us say:

“You are part of us. How can we help you?”

Let us connect those who need help with counselling, health services and rehabilitation. Let us create workplaces where people can seek support without fear of humiliation or discrimination.

Because a person struggling with substance use is still a person.

And a waste picker is not just someone collecting waste.

They are a worker.
They are a recycler.
They are an environmental protector.
They are part of Kenya’s circular economy.

Let us not throw people away while we are busy recycling waste.

KAWR calls on waste-pickers' groups, recyclers, county governments, health providers, community leaders and partners to work together to build safer, healthier and more dignified livelihoods for all waste pickers.

We can protect safety without losing our humanity.
We can enforce standards without destroying livelihoods.
We can demand responsibility while still offering hope.

Together, let’s build a waste-recycling sector where no worker is left behind.
Muchiri Antonio Muhammad Iqbal Richard Kainika Nema Kenya KEPRO Kenya Nairobi City County Government Nickodemus Aono TakaTaka Solutions Havens Shoes Pakpro KENYA Haprok Kenya Danish Refugee Council David Kangethe Wesley Mutoko Wanyonyi VSO

What happens to your waste after it leaves your home or workplace?Poorly managed waste can pollute our environment, wh...
10/08/2026



What happens to your waste after it leaves your home or workplace?

Poorly managed waste can pollute our environment, while proper sorting and recycling can create jobs and turn waste into opportunity.

👉 Have you started separating your waste? What happens to your waste after collection?

Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s start the conversation.
Muhammad Iqbal KEPRO Kenya Greenco International Pakpro KENYA Nairobi City County Government Richard Kainika J***y bins TakaTaka Solutions

Recycle today. Save tomorrow. Grow with Kaware Saccos! Turn your recyclable materials into an opportunity to access cred...
08/08/2026

Recycle today. Save tomorrow. Grow with Kaware Saccos!
Turn your recyclable materials into an opportunity to access credit at only 5% interest.

🌱 Support a cleaner environment
💰 Access affordable credit
🤝 Grow together with your SACCO

Don’t just recycle — make your recycling count!
📢 Contribute. Recycle. Borrow. Grow.

Muchiri Antonio Richard Kainika Muhammad Iqbal Joseph Ongeri Wesley Mutoko Wanyonyi Okoa youth Sylvia Ochiba

Fact with :Would you believe this pile is worth money?These shredded plastic flakes are valuable raw materials ready f...
07/08/2026

Fact with :
Would you believe this pile is worth money?
These shredded plastic flakes are valuable raw materials ready for a second life.
Recycling turns waste into opportunity.



TakaTaka Solutions Havens Shoes Greenco International Joseph Ongeri

Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR) participated in DANKE Circular Economy Training Series (CETS) Workshop at B...
05/08/2026

Kenya Association Of Waste Recyclers (KAWR) participated in DANKE Circular Economy Training Series (CETS) Workshop at Britam, which convened stakeholders from the public and private sectors to explore how partnerships can accelerate Kenya’s green transition and advance the circular economy.

Discussions during the session underscored the critical role of public-private partnerships (PPPs) in mobilizing finance, strengthening market systems, and enhancing collaboration across the waste value chain. A key takeaway from the deliberations was the need to shift focus toward the implementation of already well-developed policies and regulatory frameworks, ensuring that existing provisions translate into tangible impact on the ground.

A dedicated innovation segment featured various innovators showcasing practical solutions for waste management, with particular emphasis on problematic waste streams. These innovations highlighted emerging opportunities for material recovery and circularity, offering promising pathways for addressing persistent waste challenges. This was particularly encouraging from KAWR’s perspective, as it reflects growing momentum in tackling complex waste fractions through locally driven solutions.
Muchiri Antonio

Fact with :Did you know that a recycled plastic bottle doesn't have to end up in a landfill. Instead, it can be transfo...
04/08/2026

Fact with :Did you know that a recycled plastic bottle doesn't have to end up in a landfill. Instead, it can be transformed into a brand-new bottle, a comfortable T-shirt, a durable backpack, cozy carpet fibers, or even sturdy park benches.

Every bottle you recycle helps conserve resources, reduce pollution, and gives plastic a second life.



flipflopi Joseph Ongeri Okoa youth VSO Greenco International Sylvia Ochiba Job Kasambyo Ben

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04/08/2026

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