The Environment Management and Co-ordination (Waste Management) Regulations, 2024
NEMA
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Abstract: This regulation outlines Kenya's legal framework for waste management under the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act. It defines licensing requirements for disposal, recycling, and transportation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste. The regulation mandates segregation, incineration, packaging protocols, and audits to support waste minimization and compliance. It introduces the National Waste Information System for centralized data tracking and stipulates penalties for violations. Biomedical waste, transboundary movements, and facility standards are governed by specific criteria. This foundational policy anchors Kenya?s waste regulation under environmental law and supports climate-aligned waste governance through standardized reporting, enforcement, and performance monitoring.