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The Environmental Management and Coordination (Management and Control of Plastic Packaging Materials) Regulations, 2024
Kenya Plastics Pact · Feb 4, 2026
The Environmental Management and Coordination (Management and Control of Plastic Packaging Materials) Regulations, 2024 establish a national framework to regulate the manufacture, importation, sale, and use of plastic packaging in Kenya, promoting environmentally friendly alternatives and strengthening recycling through mandatory extended producer responsibility. The regulations aim to reduce plastic pollution by requiring licensing for all […]
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Can Technology and Sustainability Coexist?
KEPRO · Dec 8, 2025
Can Technology and Sustainability Coexist? Thought Leadership Can Technology and Sustainability Coexist? Photo: Courtesy of KEPRO By Cynthia Wainaina • October 9, 2025 One of the most critical questions of our time is whether technology and sustainability can coexist without compromise. On one hand, innovation has propelled humanity into an era of astonishing possibilities. On […]
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Kenya’s New EPR Regulations: Compliance for Businesses
KEPRO · Nov 21, 2025
Kenya’s New EPR Regulations: Compliance for Businesses Regulatory Brief Kenya’s New EPR Regulations: Compliance for Businesses Image: NEMA notice on producer registration KEPRO Editorial • Mar 25, 2025 Understanding the EPR Regulations of 2024 Kenya has taken a significant step towards sustainable waste management with the release of Legal Notice No. 176, the Sustainable Waste […]
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EPR’s potential to transform Kenya’s environment and economy
KEPRO · Oct 12, 2025
EPR’s Potential to Transform Kenya’s Environment and Economy Opinion Article EPR’s Potential to Transform Kenya’s Environment and Economy Pictured: A group of plastic bottles. Photo | pexels.com May 5, 2023 Did you know that only 8% of Kenya’s plastic is recycled, while the rest ends up polluting the environment? With an estimated 37,000 tons of […]
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KEPRO EPR Councils
KEPRO · Oct 12, 2025
A Brief on KEPRO EPR Councils Information Brief A Brief on KEPRO EPR Councils An introduction to KEPRO EPR Councils, their role, strategic objectives, formation and eligibility Photo: Courtesy of KEPRO Jul 26, 2023 Background on KEPRO KEPRO is the Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organization, a private-sector-led non-profit organization bringing together key players in the […]
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Memorandum of Understanding signed by KEPRO and KARA
KEPRO · Oct 12, 2025
KEPRO and KARA Sign MoU on Sustainable Waste Management Memorandum of Understanding signed by KEPRO and KARA on Sustainable Waste Management at the Residential Organizations Level Photo: Courtesy of KEPRO Aug 2, 2023 On 2nd August 2023, the Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organisation (KEPRO) and the Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) signed a Memorandum […]
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Compliance to Section 13 of the SWM Act of 2022 – EPR
KEPRO · Oct 12, 2025
Compliance to Section 13 of the SWM Act of 2022 – EPR Compliance Notice Compliance to Section 13 of the SWM Act of 2022 – EPR Prorated membership fee for 2023! Photo: Courtesy of KEPRO Aug 24, 2023 The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) conducted a virtual sensitization session on Wednesday, 23rd August 2023. This […]
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Introducing New KEPRO Membership Categories and Fees
KEPRO · Oct 9, 2025
Membership Update Introducing New KEPRO Membership Categories and Fees Image: KEPRO Membership Categories KEPRO Communications • Jan 18, 2024 Stay Compliant and unlock exclusive benefits by renewing your membership with KEPRO today! In response to the dynamic landscape of waste management and our commitment to inclusivity, KEPRO is proud to unveil new membership categories tailored […]
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Sustainable Choices Begin at the Source: The Ripple Effect of Waste Segregation at Household Level.
KEPRO · Oct 9, 2025
Feature Article Sustainable Choices Begin at the Source: The Ripple Effect of Waste Segregation at Household Level. Photo: Courtesy of KEPRO Jackline Waithaka • December 16, 2024 The piece emphasizes waste segregation’s role in reducing festive waste and promoting sustainability. KEPRO’s Consumer-Led Transformation initiative raises awareness to inspire action for a cleaner future. In a […]
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Kenya’s New EPR Regulations: Compliance for Businesses
KEPRO · Oct 9, 2025
Regulatory Brief Kenya’s New EPR Regulations: Compliance for Businesses Image: NEMA notice on producer registration KEPRO Editorial • Mar 25, 2025 Understanding the EPR Regulations of 2024 Kenya has taken a significant step towards sustainable waste management with the release of Legal Notice No. 176, the Sustainable Waste Management (Extended Producer Responsibility) Regulations, 2024. This […]
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