Kenya Private Sector Alliance (Kepsa) Chief Executive Carole Kariuki/HANDOUT
Sustainable Inclusive Business Kenya (SIB-K), the knowledge center under the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA), has announced the 10th Annual Circular Economy Conference, set to take place on November 19–20, 2025, at the Nairobi Street Kitchen, Westlands.
Now marking a decade of driving sustainability dialogue and innovation, the two-day event will bring together more than 500 delegates, including investors, corporate leaders, policymakers, innovators, and civil society representatives to chart the next phase of Africa’s transition toward a circular and inclusive economy.
The conference will be co-hosted by the Kenya Plastics Pact (KPP) and the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry and powered by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Kenya.
Other additional support comes
from WWF Kenya, the Danish Ministry of Environment and Gender Equality, the
Embassy of Denmark in Kenya, TheRockGroup (TRG), Edukans, Climate-KIC and
Growth Africa, Practical Action, Zuri Events, and Nazava Water.
This year’s event is themed around “Building Circular Resilience for a Sustainable Future,” reflecting on Kenya’s and Africa’s decade-long journey in advancing circular design, business models, and innovation pilots , while envisioning what the next ten years of sustainable growth could look like.
“We will zoom in on the progress made over the last decade — in business practices, policy frameworks, and innovation — and with that foundation, co-create a shared vision for the future,” said Josephine Wawira, KEPSA’s Head of Corporate Communications.
Kenya, recognised as one of Africa’s leaders in circular economy transition, has made significant strides through public-private collaborations.
The Circular Economy Strategy (2023–2033) aligns with Kenya’s green industrialization agenda and Vision 2030, targeting the creation of over 500,000 green jobs across waste management, renewable energy, and sustainable agriculture sectors by 2030.
Driving
Dialogue and Action Across Key Sectors
The 10th Annual Circular Economy Conference will explore key sectors critical to Kenya’s sustainability transformation — including agribusiness, renewable energy, nature-based solutions, water, and waste management.
Attendees can expect high-level panel discussions, keynote addresses from global and regional thought leaders, and interactive workshops centered on emerging opportunities in the circular economy.
Among the highlighted topics for discussion are;
Closing the Loop: Circular opportunities in organic material streams.
Nature is Food: Creating healthy and regenerative food systems.
ESG Transformation: The real sustainability journey for African businesses.
Circular Financing & the Digital Era: Scaling innovation through technology.
Biodiversity, Business & Society: The living economy in action.
Inclusive Circular Manufacturing: Building resilient local industries.
EPR and Policy Implementation: A county-level perspective.
Circular Futures: Communities, collectives, and
inclusive innovation.
No Single-Use Plastics: Transforming hospitality and tourism sectors.
Global Plastics Treaty: What’s next for global
ambition and local action?
This year’s conference will also incorporate two flagship events namely; Kenya Plastics Pact Summit, a high-level dialogue bringing together government and private sector players to align on plastic waste reduction and circular innovation strategies in line with the Global Plastics Treaty.
The other one is the No Waste Festival, an interactive exhibition featuring over 50 circular economy innovators.
Attendees will experience live demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and networking opportunities with investors and solution providers driving
Choosing the Nairobi Street Kitchen as the venue symbolizes SIB-K’s commitment to community innovation and sustainability. The space represents the core of circular principles—from zero-waste food systems and local entrepreneurship to creative design and inclusivity.
“The Nairobi Street Kitchen is not just a venue—it’s a living model of circularity. It reflects the energy, creativity, and collaboration that drive sustainable transformation,” noted Wawira.
What Participants Can Expect
A decade-long reflection on Kenya’s and Africa’s circular economy journey.
In-depth knowledge sessions on finance, innovation, just transition, policy, and design thinking.
Networking and partnership-building among local and international stakeholders.
Support and endorsement for new circular business models and enterprises.
Direct engagement with investors, policymakers, and sustainability champions.
A collective vision and roadmap for the next decade of circular growth in Africa.
As
Kenya continues positioning itself as a regional hub for green innovation, the
conference underscores the private sector’s pivotal role in shaping sustainable
economies. With rising global interest in climate-smart investments, Kenya’s
circular economy initiatives are set to unlock new markets, create jobs, and
strengthen resilience against climate change.
The 10th Annual Circular Economy Conference promises to be not only a milestone celebration but also a springboard for new partnerships, policies, and innovations that will shape the next decade of Africa’s sustainable future.
