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.
​
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.
News & updates
Follow us on social media
The African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) ignites momentum for Circular Solutions
The African Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) made a compelling case for the transformative power of the circular economy in addressing land degradation, desertification, and drought during the 10th African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN). Held on September 6th in Abidjan, the event served as a clarion call for African nations to join the Alliance and seize the vast opportunities presented by the circular economy.
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.
19 JULY 2024: LAUNCH EVENT OF THE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS OF ETHIOPIA'S CIRCULAR ECONOMY ROADMAP
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.
​
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.
