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A Three-Tier Governance Structure

General Assembly

Comprising the Ministers of Environment from all 54 African Union member states. The Assembly meets annually to set the continental strategic direction and ratify major policy changes.

Board of Directors

An elected body of 9 directors representing geographic regions and industry sectors. The Board oversees the Secretariat, approves budgets, and ensures compliance with the EPR framework.

Executive Secretariat

The operational arm of PAESA, based in Midrand, Johannesburg. The Secretariat handles day-to-day administration, technical support, member onboarding, and data tracking.

Meet the Board of Directors

Dr. Eldah Van Rhyn

Chairperson

Leading expert in African circular economy policy and environmental governance.

Cynthia Taylor

Vice Chairperson

Director of Waste Management, Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources (MSWR) Ghana.

Fatima Zahra

Director, West Africa

Environmental policy advisor to the Moroccan government and Basel Convention expert.

Lauren Clack-Jordaan

Director, Industry

Representing the interests of certified recyclers and producers on the continent.

Transparency is Our Foundation

Read our annual reports, financial statements, and strategic impact documents to see exactly how PAESA is driving the circular economy forward.

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