From August 5 to 15, 2025, Geneva became ground zero for the second part of the fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC) on a global plastics treaty. Expectations were high; this was supposed to finalise a legally binding…
In mid‑2025, the Africa Zero Waste Academy emerged as more than just a training, it became a Launchpad for change‑makers across the continent. Organized by GAIA/BFFP Africa, the Academy equipped climate advocates, policymakers, and practitioners with hands‑on skills in waste…
Let’s Do It World recently unveiled a breathtaking photo exhibition at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Estonia, celebrating the worldwide impact of World Cleanup Day. This exhibition is more than just a visual journey, it’s a powerful testament to…
The ocean speaks in rhythms, in waves that rise and fall like the breath of the earth. On the morning of June 14, 2025, Kawe Beach didn’t just shimmer with sunlight; it pulsed with footsteps, song, and movement. The shore…
Plastic pollution has seeped into the soil beneath our feet, the oceans that surround us, and even the air we breathe, reaching places far beyond human presence and finding its way into our bodies in the form of microplastics. This…
Tanzania’s coastline stretches along the Indian Ocean, supporting livelihoods, biodiversity, and a deep cultural heritage. Yet, the health of this vital ecosystem is under threat. Dar es Salaam, the largest coastal city, is drowning in marine pollution. According to a…
In many corners of Tanzania, heaps of unmanaged waste sit smoldering in open dumpsites, releasing noxious fumes into the air and toxic chemicals into our soil and water. This status quo has long been normalized informal waste burning, unsegregated disposal,…
Lake Tanganyika, one of the African Great Lakes, is the world’s longest freshwater lake, stretching over 670 kilometres across four countries: Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Burundi, and Zambia. It holds nearly 16% of the world’s available freshwater…
The “Zero Waste to Reduce Methane Emission” government stakeholders’ meeting took place at white sands, bringing together over 30 key government officials representatives from municipal authorities in from for Kinondoni, Ilala, Ubungo, Kigamboni and Temeke to tackle methane emissions from…
A silent workforce tirelessly sorts, collects, and recycles what society discards. Waste pickers, often overlooked and unrecognized—play a critical role in Tanzania’s waste management system. They recover valuable recyclables, reduce landfill waste, and contribute to the circular economy. Yet, their…
