ICT Authority, Kenya Ports Authority partner on e-waste recycling and digital inclusion
Date: 2026-04-09
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
ICT
Authority Kenya has received obsolete and unserviceable ICT equipment from
Kenya Ports Authority as part of a national initiative to promote sustainable
technology management and digital inclusion.
The
handover took place at the National Refurbishment, Assembly, and e-Waste
Management Centre in Nairobi’s Industrial Area, where ICT Authority officials
led by Lynette Ringeera oversaw the exercise.
The
initiative is guided by a government directive encouraging collaboration
between public and private sector institutions to collect, refurbish, and
recycle outdated ICT equipment. The programme aims to extend the lifecycle of
technology assets while ensuring environmentally responsible disposal of
electronic waste.
Officials
noted that refurbished equipment from the programme will be redeployed to
support communities with limited access to digital tools, contributing to
broader efforts to bridge the digital divide.
The
initiative also seeks to reduce the environmental impact associated with
improper disposal of electronic waste, while promoting sustainable practices
within Kenya’s growing digital ecosystem.
The
ICT Authority said the partnership reflects its continued commitment to
advancing innovation through environmentally conscious approaches, while
expanding access to affordable and reliable ICT infrastructure across the
country.
