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Philippines: Healthcare waste management project commit to toxics-free, zero waste practices in hospitals

The Philippine Healthcare and Mercury Wastes Management (HCWM) Project concluded a three-day national workshop on Thursday, January 15, 2026, stepping up efforts for toxics-free,...

Nestlé and FBRA: Closing the loop in Nigeria’s waste management ecosystem

As Nigeria’s population continues to grow, estimated by the United Nations Population Fund to reach over 237 million by 2025 – so does the...

Who is to blame as refuse heaps dot Lagos roads?

In 2025, Lagos State showcased vibrancy in infrastructure development and relentless ambition to be a mega city, among other potential. However, the Africa’s fifth fastest-growing...

Alleged extortion: I won’t compromise standard, says Ogun waste management boss

The Managing Director, Ogun State Waste Management Agency (OGWAMA), Mr. Abayomi Hunye, has stated that he will not compromise standard in the management of...

Reduce waste at home, make zero waste a daily habit – BAN Toxics

January marks International Zero Waste Month, a growing global observance that calls for systemic action from governments, industries, and all sectors to reduce waste...

Nigeria strengthens circular economy framework as E-Waste Sounding Board emerges

Nigeria has taken a major step towards strengthening its electronic waste governance system with the formation of the Nigeria E-Waste Sounding Board, inaugurated during...

Group unveils second phase of youth plastic use initiative

Digital Peers International (DPI), an NGO, has unveiled phase two of its environmental initiative to engage tech-driven youths in effective plastic use and waste...

Rivers tasked with drain clearance to avert flood, Ekiti flays indiscriminate dumping of refuse

Landlords in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital, have called on government to take urgent action to prevent the collapse of some newly constructed...

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New Plastics Treaty talks chief: Groups urge Cordano to restore trust, transparency

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, UN member states elected Julio Cordano of Chile as the next Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC)...
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Nigeria approves new guidelines on shoreline allocation, reclamation

The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a unified Standard Application Procedure (SAP) to guide all shoreline allocations, reclamation...

Agric varsity unveils climate-smart tools to bolster research, food security

The University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo in Imo State, has unveiled EU-funded climate-smart tools, worth millions...

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New Plastics Treaty talks chief: Groups urge Cordano to restore trust, transparency

On Saturday, February 7, 2026, UN member states elected...

Nigeria approves new guidelines on shoreline allocation, reclamation

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