About ACEA
The African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) is a government-led coalition of African countries, with a mission to spur Africa's transformation to a circular economy that delivers economic growth, jobs, and positive environmental outcomes.
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ACEA's Secretariat is hosted by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and is supported by the Africa Circular Economy Facility (ACEF), the only multi-donors trust funds dedicated to mainstreaming circular economy as an inclusive green growth strategy across the continent, set up by the AfDB.
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THE CHAD OFFICIALLY BEGINS ITS CIRCULAR JOURNEY
Chad has launched the development of its National Circular Economy Road Map, marking a pivotal step towards sustainable development. This initiative - supported by the African Development Bank Group's ACEF and in collaboration with ACEA - aims to scale up Chad's traditional circular practices into structured, high-impact economic opportunities.
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Reducing plastic pollution in Africa:
the imperative of a continental rPET standard for food-contact applications
This paper explores the benefits of a continental rPET standard for food-contact applications and highlights the importance of concerted action in implementing it. It also discusses the challenges in realizing such a goal at the continental level and the likely steps needed to get there.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY : A CALL TO ACTION
Ministerial dinner during the 10th African Ministerial Conference on the Environment
In partnership with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), this gathering allowed African Ministers of Environment to delve into the transformative potential of circularity.
The Circular Economy opportunities for Africa
Africa is brimming with potentialities that circular solutions can unlock.
Furthermore, the continent is uniquely positioned to drive transformation through circularity. Learn more about the unique advantages that position the African continent at the forefront of the circular economy transition.
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Get a glimpse of the circular economy opportunities for Africa:
Resources on Circular Economy in Africa
Explore the wealth of knowledge and expertise offered by ACEA to gain a deeper understanding of the circular economy in Africa.
