Africa Zero Waste Academy trains the next generation of climate leaders in sustainable waste management

The Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives (GAIA) Africa and the Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) have begun the in-person phase of the Africa Zero Waste Academy 2026, a flagship programme aimed at equipping young climate and waste practitioners with skills to develop sustainable waste management solutions across the continent.“This is not just about managing waste better; it’s about rethinking systems for climate resilience, green jobs and community health,” said Ama Asiedu, GAIA Africa’s Zero Waste and Climate Programme Associate.

Now in its second year, the Africa Zero Waste Academy seeks to build the capacity of participants to design localised zero-waste systems that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, create green jobs and protect public health.