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T1 Towards a circular economy for the electronics sector in Africa: overview, actions and recommendations
A1 United Nations Environment Programme, 
A2 Pivnenko, Kostyantyn
K1 electronics
K1 electronic industry
K1 circular economy
K1 chemical
K1 Africa
K1 electronic waste
K1 sustainable consumption
YR 2021
FD 2021
LK https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/40108
UL https://wedocs.unep.org/handle/20.500.11822/40108
NO This report provides an overview of the current state of circularity in the electronics value chain in Africa, identifies key areas of concern, provides appropriate recommendations, and proposes priority actions to improve circularity of the sector. The recommendations focus on the individual life cycle stages of the electronics value chain, as well as on aspects that cut across the value chain. The transition towards a more circular electronics sector in Africa would require a holistic, coordinated approach bridging five key areas covering knowledge, policy and governance, innovation, technology and infrastructure, capacity development and financing. The report also proposes a list of priority actions to be taken by a variety of key stakeholders, including policymakers, businesses, civil society groups, researchers, etc. While an attempt has been made to identify the most relevant actions and tailor them to the African region, the list is not exhaustive and proposed actions may also be applicable elsewhere.
DS UN Environment Document Repository
RD Sep 20, 2026