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Kenya’s capital Nairobi generates about 2,400 tonnes of solid waste every day, of which a fifth is plastic.
Despite banning single-use plastic bags for household and commercial use, Kenya still faces pollution on account of plastic use. Importantly, in 2017 the East African country passed legislation banning single-use plastics. The accumulated solid waste continues to be a major problem. For instance, its capital Nairobi generates about 2,400 tonnes of solid waste every day, of which a fifth is plastic.
Authorities are tweaking the law to reduce the plastic waste in the country. The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has announced a ban on the use of plastic bags for the collection of organic waste like leftover food. It says that 90 days after 8 April, when the notice was first issued, plastic bags will not be allowed at markets.
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In addition, all organic waste generated by households, both public and private sector institutions, functions, and events, will have to be segregated and placed in 100% biodegradable garbage bags. The environmental agency has directed all county governments and private waste services to provide their clients with the bags. Analysts say the move is likely to increase the cost of garbage collection, particularly for households.
