Dr. Christian SEKOMO BIRAME UR / CST / Chemistry Department Facilitating the development of sustainable strategies and initiatives for e-waste management in the region. Dr. Christian SEKOMO BIRAME UR / CST / Chemistry Department

Introduction There has been tremendous increase in the use of Electrical and Electronic Equipment, and ICT equipment in particular. Considering these equipment have a short lifespan, their disposal and effects on health and the environment are an increasing concern. The Electrical and Electronic Equipment waste is unique given the toxic nature of its components.

Waste characterization & sustainable management

Wastes constituents as in Annex I (Category of waste to be controlled): Y19 - Y31 many of these wastes are e-wastes, Annex VIII: Wastes contained in this Annex are characterized as hazardous (Metal & metal bearing wastes)

Regional manufacturer’s association How each member state has organized its electronic & electric equipment manufacturers ?, What regulation do we have in terms of EE equipment ?, How is the application of the EPR principle at country level ?.

Regional e-waste fund Such fund to be operational at regional level needs involvement of partner state within EAC, How the fund is going to be sustain? From regional statistics on electronic equipment penetration per country, Country contribution to be paid annually in the regional e-waste fund.

How the fund is going to be used ? Creation of regional e-waste drop off or collection center Establishment of regional e-waste management policy Creation of regional e-waste recycling facility

Effective capacity building / training Capacity building / training for manager & technician Awareness raising among local population

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