Circular economy on the African continent
This report was written by GRID-Arendal and African Circular Economy Network (ACEN) with the support of the European Environmental Bureau.
This document briefly summarizes key CE concepts; examines the enabling environment (drivers, barriers and opportunities) for promoting CE initiatives in Africa; reviews African CE experiences and policies in diverse sectors; and presents conclusions and recommendations. Blue and green text circles highlight Footprints Africa (cases) and African Circular Economy Network (ACEN) discussion topics which are elaborated on their websites.
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