Growing electronic waste raises concerns in Africa

Urgent policy action is needed to tackle the growing challenge of electronic waste in Africa, experts warn.

At the 7th East African Communication Organization Regional Conference on Sustainable E-Waste Management, they painted a grim picture of e-waste in Africa, citing global statistics that showed the continent lags behind in e-waste management.

The three-day event, held last week in Kenya's capital Nairobi, brought together more than 100 participants, including senior government officials, regulators and industry representatives.