WELCOME TO
Africa Environmental Health Organization
Workshop Topic
Circular Economy, Green Jobs and Sustainable Waste Management in Africa
Brief Introduction
Africa is undergoing rapid urbanization, population growth, and industrial expansion, all of which are increasing pressure on waste systems, natural resources, and public health. Traditional linear models of “take–make–dispose” are no longer sustainable.
The circular economy offers Africa a transformative pathway: turning waste into resources, creating new industries, and unlocking millions of green jobs across recycling, sanitation, agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy.
This training equips participants with the knowledge, tools, and practical skills to design, implement, and scale circular economy initiatives and sustainable waste management systems across African communities, cities, and institutions.
Course Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
Knowledge Objectives
- Understand the principles of the circular economy and its relevance to Africa.
- Learn the economics of waste management and resource recovery.
- Explore Africa’s emerging green job markets and value chains.
- Understand policy frameworks, governance structures, and regulatory requirements. Skills Objectives
Skills Objectives
- Design circular economy business models.
- Develop waste-to-wealth initiatives (composting, recycling, biogas, plastics recovery).
- Conduct waste audits and resource flow analysis.
- Apply tools for project planning, financing, and monitoring.
Impact Objectives
- Strengthen institutional capacity for sustainable waste systems.
- Support youth employment and entrepreneurship in green sectors.
- Promote climate resilience and environmental health across African communities.
Course Modules (5–7 Days)
DAY 1 — Introduction to Circular Economy in Africa
- Linear vs circular systems
- Resource efficiency and sustainable production
- Africa’s waste challenges and opportunities
- Case studies from Nigeria, Rwanda, Kenya
DAY 2 — Green Jobs and Emerging Opportunities
- Understanding green jobs
- Green job pathways in waste, sanitation, energy, and agriculture
- Youth employment and entrepreneurship
- Skills required for Africa’s green workforce
DAY 3 — Sustainable Waste Management Systems
- Waste generation trends in Africa
- Integrated waste management
- Waste segregation, collection, and recycling
- Fecal sludge management and sanitation waste recovery
- E-waste, plastic waste, and organic waste streams
DAY 4 — Circular Economy Business Models
- Waste-to-wealth enterprises
- Composting and organic fertilizer production
- Plastic recycling and value chains
- Biogas and waste-to-energy systems
- Repair, reuse, remanufacturing industries
DAY 5 — Policy, Governance, and Financing
- National and regional circular economy policies
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)
- Financing circular economy projects
- Public–private partnerships
- Climate finance and carbon markets
DAY 6 — Tools, Technologies, and Innovation
- Digital tools for waste management
- Smart recycling systems
- Low-cost technologies for African contexts
- Innovation hubs and green incubators
- Circular design and product innovation
DAY 7 — Project Development, Action Planning & Pitching
- Designing circular economy projects
- Feasibility and economic analysis
- Monitoring, evaluation, and learning
- Group presentations and project pitching
- Institutional action plans
Target Audience
This program is ideal for:
- Government MDAs (environment, sanitation, youth, climate, industry)
- Environmental health officers
- Waste management agencies and utilities
- NGOs, CSOs, and development practitioners
- Private sector recycling and waste companies
- Youth entrepreneurs and innovators
- Academic and research institutions
- Community-based organizations
Participants will gain
- Deep understanding of circular economy principles
- Skills in waste management and resource recovery
- Ability to design green job initiatives
- Knowledge of financing and policy frameworks Professional Benefits
- Strengthened leadership in environmental sustainability
- Enhanced project design and proposal development skills
- Improved ability to engage donors and partners
- Certificate of Completion
- Stronger waste management systems
- Improved environmental governance
- Increased access to climate and green economy funding
- Enhanced community resilience and public health outcomes
Workshop Cost:
- AFREHO Members: ₦100,000
- Non-Member: ₦250,000
- Venue:t agos State, Nigeria
- Date:November, 2026