Taka Taka Zero
Fuelling sustainable futures through waste conversion.
Taka Taka Zero
Fuelling sustainable futures through waste conversion.
The Challenges
Waste Management
Youth Unemployment
Youth Unemployment
In Nairobi, 3200 tonnes of waste is generated everyday. As waste management is an unaffordable luxury, youth groups try to clear landfills, but with infrastructure lacking, waste ends up in rivers or is burned.
Youth Unemployment
Youth Unemployment
Youth Unemployment
In Kenya, 35% of 15 to 24 years olds are unemployed. Youths have the highest unemployment rates in Kenya, with women effected the most.
Food insecurity
Youth Unemployment
Food insecurity
With the cost of living and unemployment high, many in the community suffer from food insecurity as they struggle to afford or obtain sufficient nutrition.
Living in Mathare is one of the most difficult things as a youth. My community was very dirty. We need to overcome the challenge of the waste to help the community avoid diseases.
Felix Omondi, Youth Group Leader
Our Network
