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Circular Economy in East Africa; Case study waste and water management in Kenya and Uganda

  • IVL Svenska Miljöinstitutet 81 Valhallavägen Stockholm, Stockholms län, 114 28 Sweden (map)

Circular Economy in East Africa

Green City Cluster Meeting – June 2, 2026

Swedish East African Chamber of Commerce and IVL Svenska Miljöinstitutet invite you to a Green City Cluster Meeting focused on the growing circular economy in East Africa, with case studies from Kenya and Uganda.

The session will explore opportunities and challenges within waste management, recycling, water treatment, sanitation, and sustainable urban development — areas where Swedish expertise and partnerships can play an important role.

The event is open to both SWEACC members and non-members and will be held as a hybrid meeting (onsite + online via Teams).

Speakers

  • Simone Andersson, IVL – Circular Landscape in six African countries

  • Virginia Mariezcurrena, IVL – Rural Sanitation Infrastructure

  • Felix von Heland, Takatena – Waste Management and Pyrolysis in Kenya

  • Karin Eberle, Kalamansi – Waste Logistics, Recycling and Landfill Strategies

Event Details

Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Time: 16:00–18:00
Venue: IVL Svenska Miljöinstitutet

Registration:
Register here
Please register before May 26, 2026. Limited seats available.

Earlier Event: May 13
SWEDEN – KENYA NETWORKING