Benin's Circular Economy Plan: Emphasis on Private Entrepreneurship Over Government Action
Benin's National Circular Economy Action Plan (PAEC), launched in February 2026, aims to transition to a circular economy by 2035. Key to this plan is fostering private sector entrepreneurship while recognizing waste as a tradable commodity to enhance waste management and public health.
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The National Circular Economy Action Plan (PAEC) was initiated by Benin in February 2026 to shift from a linear to a circular economy by 2035, with a goal of establishing 300 circular businesses. Current waste management practices are inadequate, prompting the need for private sector engagement through market-driven fees and reduced entry barriers for startups.
The government must acknowledge waste as a tradable commodity, granting property rights to informal collectors to boost recycling efforts. Learning from South Africa's model of recognizing waste collectors and Accra's fee-based waste collection system can help Benin attract necessary investments in recycling and improve public health. Implementing regulatory sandboxes and exemptions for green startups will encourage innovation and sustainability in waste management.
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