REGULATORY IMPACT STATEMENT THE EMC( ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC WASTE(E-WASTE) MANAGEMENT) REGULATIONS 2025

Summary

Kenya faces a growing challenge with e-waste, generating over 51,000 metric tonnes annually with only 5% formally recycled, leading to significant environmental and public health concerns. To address this, the government proposes the EMC (E-Waste) Management Regulations 2025, aiming to establish comprehensive guidelines, implement producer responsibility, promote recycling, and control e-waste imports. These regulations are currently in the planning stage, with a regulatory impact statement published to outline their objectives and anticipated effects.

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