PAESA was founded to bridge the environmental governance gap in Africa. We work alongside governments, industry, and citizens to implement frameworks that are effective, equitable, and African-led.
Africa generates over 2.5 million tonnes of e-waste annually — and that figure is rising. Without coordinated continental action, toxic materials continue to leach into soil and water, threatening ecosystems and communities from Cairo to Cape Town.
Our mandate spans e-waste, batteries, lighting, and single-use plastics. By harmonising Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation across all 54 African Union member states, we are building the circular economy Africa needs to thrive, turning a municipal burden into an economic engine.
If we start viewing waste as a resource, the question changes from "How do we get rid of this?" to "What can we recover from this?" That is a completely different approach to development.
We envision a future where every broken device is seen for its component value, where informal waste workers are protected and formalised, and where African economies capture the full value of the resources they already possess. We are building a future where land, water, and communities are protected.
We believe Africa's environmental challenges require unified, continental solutions. We work across borders to harmonise standards and share infrastructure.
We are committed to moving away from the linear "take, make, dispose" model. We prioritise reuse, repair, refurbishment, and recycling to keep resources in circulation.
We operate with rigorous data tracking and transparent annual reporting. Trust from governments, producers, and the public is the foundation of our authority.
We prioritise the health of informal waste workers and surrounding communities. We work to eliminate hazardous exposures associated with improper recycling.
Whether you are a government body, a producer, or a member of the public, your choices matter. Partner with PAESA to build a sustainable, circular future for Africa.
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