When Europe’s electronics become Africa’s waste: a Nigerian take on producer responsibility

Since joining the European Environmental Bureau (EEB) as a visiting researcher, I have been investigating how electronics exported from Europe to Nigeria often end up as waste — fueling pollution, health risks, and economic losses.

In my new article, I share insights from Nigerian stakeholders and offer policy recommendations for a global pollution and waste-free society.

Key focus: the ongoing revision of the WEEE Directive — and how it can set stronger criteria to ensure EU-origin electronics are responsibly managed, even after crossing borders.

🌍 This article sets the tone for a circular economy or electronics that works for both Europe and Africa.

Read my piece here

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Aliyu Sadiq
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