Joyce Gachugi Waweru

Joyce Gachugi Waweru was feted for her outstanding contribution to environmental conservation, sustainable development, and the advancement of Kenya’s circular economy agenda. As a visionary leader in waste management, she has played a pivotal role in transforming how packaging waste is handled in the country. Through her leadership at the Packaging Producer Responsibility Organization (PAKPRO), Joyce has spearheaded innovative strategies that promote recycling, resource recovery, and responsible production practices among manufacturers and consumers alike.

Her work focuses on reducing plastic waste by implementing circular economy solutions that prioritize reuse, recycling, and sustainable packaging alternatives. Under her guidance, PAKPRO has developed effective collection and recycling systems that ensure plastics are diverted from landfills and waterways, thereby reducing pollution and conserving natural resources.

Joyce has also been instrumental in building partnerships between the private sector, government agencies, and local communities to promote environmental awareness and responsible waste disposal. Her advocacy for sustainable packaging policies continues to influence national discussions on environmental protection.

Through her dedication and forward-thinking approach, Joyce has become a key figure in driving Kenya toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future where waste is viewed not as a problem, but as a valuable resource.