To understand how the Kenyan and Indian circular economy landscapes have evolved over the past year, we conducted a mid-term survey in 2024, targeting Business Development Service (BDS) advisors who work directly with businesses implementing circular practices.
The Circular Economy Catalyst (CEC) strives to foster the growth of sustainable businesses across diverse regions busting transition to the circular economy. While the need for circular solutions is global, the programme has identified an untapped opportunity in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities that could
In a concerted effort to promote sustainable practices within the construction industry, Circular Economy Catalyst's implementing partner in Kenya, Loopworks Ventures, recently embarked on a visit to Reliable Concrete Works Ltd. The objective of the visit was to gain insights into Reliable Concrete
In a celebration of innovation and sustainable development, Circular Economy Catalyst's implementing partner in Kenya, Loopworks Ventures, recently visited Circular Economy Awardee M-Taka. The Circular Economy Catalyst applauds and supports M-Taka for the endeavours undertaken, foreseeing successful
As recipients of the grant from CEC, this promising enterprise will be able to acquire machinery in order to optimise their production. CIST East Africa Limited, a participant in the Catalyser programme and grant winners, has been recognised for their innovative approach to addressing energy poverty
The Circular Economy Catalyst recently launched the Practitioner Labs for Circular Economy Finance in India. As a first step, CEC brought together interested financial institutions – both banking and non-banking institutions – to discuss current activities in circular finance in India and to
The Circular Economy Catalyst held a session on “Harnessing Resources from Waste: Financing Strategies for SMEs Driving Waste Solutions in the Circular Economy” at the recent LOOP Forum in Kenya, hosted by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM).
Sahar Mansoor, Founder & CEO of Bare Necessities Zero Waste Solutions Pvt. Ltd., has shared with us about her personal journey and the vision of the enterprise, which ultimately leads to the circular economy. Bare Necessities is an example of an exciting and successful female-lead enterprise that
