ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Sustainable Waste Management Act
12. Waste classification and segregation
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
12. Waste classification and segregation
(1)All public and private sector entities shall segregate non-hazardous waste into organic and non-organic fractions.(2)The segregated waste shall be placed in properly labeled and colour coded receptacles, bins, containers and bags.(3)All waste service providers shall collect, handle and transport segregated waste as provided for under this Act.(4)Hazardous waste will be handled and managed as prescribed by the Environmental Management and Co-ordination Act (Cap. 387) and any other relevant written law.(5)A waste service provider who contravenes the provisions of this section commits an offence and shall, on conviction, be liable to a fine not exceeding fifty thousand shillings or imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months or both.(6)The Cabinet Secretary shall, in consultation with the Authority and county governments, Gazette the National Colour Coding System for waste management.