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Kenya2025-03en

THE BAN ON PLASTIC BAGS IN KENYA RENEWAL OF CLEARANCES FOR PLASTICS PRIMARY INDUSTRIAL PACKAGING

Summary

Kenya implemented a nationwide ban on plastic bags for commercial and household packaging in August 2017 to address environmental pollution. The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) is currently managing the renewal process for specific clearances issued for plastic flat bags used in primary industrial packaging, reinforcing its commitment to enforcing the ban for environmental improvement. The program is ongoing with a focus on compliance.

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