Sustainability: Practical news and real actions from across Africa

Kenya’s new color-coded waste sorting rule grabbed headlines — and for good reason. When households must separate organic, recyclable and hazardous waste using green, blue and red bags, it changes daily life, creates jobs and cuts what ends up in landfills. If you care about cleaner cities or cost-saving recycling schemes, that one policy is worth watching.

This tag collects clear, useful stories about sustainability across the continent. We focus on policies you can follow, programs that affect communities, and simple steps people and businesses can take now. No fluff — just the news that matters and the practical implications.

What to expect here

Expect quick updates on government moves, local projects, and events that shift how we handle waste, energy and resources. We also highlight examples with immediate lessons: how a city enforces waste sorting, where recycling creates jobs, or which policy nudges businesses toward greener choices. You’ll find short explainers that tell you what changed, who’s affected, and what to do next.

When a new law or program appears, we ask three simple questions: Who pays? Who benefits? What changes day-to-day life? That keeps coverage useful. For instance, learning that trucks will be GPS-tracked and new recycling facilities will open in Nairobi tells residents what to expect when bins look different and when collections change.

Practical tips you can use today

If you want to act now, start with small, high-impact moves. Sort your kitchen waste: keep organics separate for composting or green bins. Reduce single-use plastics by carrying a reusable bag and bottle. If your local council starts a recycling program, ask where your sorted items go — that helps you avoid contamination that undermines recycling efforts.

Businesses have easy wins too. Swap disposable packaging for recyclable alternatives, track energy use with simple meters, and train staff on waste separation. Small operational changes often cut costs while improving community relations and compliance with new rules.

We also cover the knock-on effects of sports, entertainment and politics on sustainability. Stadiums, festivals, and major events can spark local recycling drives or increase pressure on infrastructure. Tracking those stories helps you see patterns and spot opportunities to push for greener choices.

Browse stories under this tag to follow developments like Kenya’s sorting law, local recycling successes, and policy shifts that matter to everyday life. If you want a steady stream of practical, local-focused sustainability news, check back often — we update with short, useful stories that help you act and stay informed.

Want us to cover a local green project or council policy? Send a tip — we’ll look into how it affects people on the ground and what readers can do next.