At WasteAid, we work with communities and policy makers in low and middle-income countries to implement waste management and recycling programmes. Our work improves the livelihoods of some of the poorest and most marginalised, supports grassroots entrepreneurs and promotes circular economy innovation contributing to a cleaner and healthier future for all. Waste management helps address some of the world’s most pressing issues and is critical to achieving sustainable development.
WasteAid’s programmes tackle 4 major waste streams that have a significant and detrimental effect on people and planet in the countries where we work. We constantly strive to find new ways of tackling each of these waste streams and new areas of need that would benefit from WasteAid’s support.
Plastics
Organic
Textiles
Electronics (WEEE)
To tackle these issues, we promote and share locally-appropriate, evidence based, and inclusive waste management and recycling practices. We support communities and local structures to take positive action to support themselves.
1,366,458
People positively impacted in 2022 & 2023
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WasteAid Teams Up With BBC Radio 4 and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall For Fundraising Appeal.
WasteAid is excited to feature on BBC Radio 4 next week as part of their famous weekly fundraising appeal, highlighting the work of the...
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Why WasteAid needs your support to raise £1 million by 2025
As part of the countdown to our 10-year anniversary in 2025, we’ve committed to raising £1 million. We’re on a mission to help people...
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WasteAid Joins Forces with the John Lewis Partnership Foundation to Support Disadvantaged Youth in South Africa
In South Africa, disadvantaged rural communities face many challenges caused by poverty and a lack of education, skills, and employment opportunities. The country has...
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WasteAid Sets Sights On Supporting Uganda To Address Waste Challenges
WasteAid has announced that this year it has expanded its reach into Uganda, launching programmes to support the country to develop a more robust...
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Circular Opportunities for E-waste repair and reuse of electrical and electronic equipment in South Africa
by Angela Ludek, WasteAid’s Project Officer – Informal Sector Engagement, South Africa About 360,000 tonnes of e-waste is generated each year across South Africa,...
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An end of year message from our CEO
As this year draws to a close, I am delighted to reflect on what has been a very successful year for WasteAid, delivering our...
