CLAP Coalition - Waste management in Africa
CLAP - Closing the Loop in Africa Partnership
The CLAP Coalition (Closing the Loop in Africa Partnership) brings together committed companies to make the circular economy a driver of resilience and competitiveness for Africa.
Context
Context
In Africa, waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) remains an issue that flies under the radar: 30% of imported equipment ends up in landfill, exposing local populations to highly toxic waste (mercury, lead and more), while this poorly exploited "urban mine" is estimated to be worth $3.2 billion.
Approach
The CLAP Coalition, led by Circul'R with strategic and financial backing from AFD and operational support from Expertise France, began in July 2026 with a scoping and prioritisation phase: one-to-one interviews with the participating companies, an alignment workshop to converge on a circular project typology, then the structuring of a priority project in one or two target countries.
Objective
To bring together committed companies to make the circular economy a driver of resilience and competitiveness for Africa by structuring waste management value chains, with a first workstream dedicated to waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
Expected outcomes
- A prioritised circular project for each value chain, with target countries and local partners identified
- A clarified business and funding model (loans, grants, venture capital and more)
- An operational roadmap for 2027
Partners
The coalition is led by Circul'R, with strategic and financial backing from the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and operational support from Expertise France.
FAQ
What you need to know about us.
What is Circul'R?
Circul'R is a consulting firm specializing in the circular economy. Since 2016, it has supported over 150 large companies and public entities through consulting projects, sector-specific coalitions, training programs, and the Circul'R Club.
How does Circul'R differ from a generalist CSR consultancy?
Unlike a generalist CSR consultancy, Circul'R has specialized exclusively in the circular economy since 2016. This cross-functional expertise—covering supply chains, regulations (AGEC, REP, ESPR), and business models—allows the firm to turn circularity into a measurable competitive advantage: impact reduction, resource security, compliance, and new growth drivers.
Who is Circul'R for?
Circul'R advises large private companies—including many CAC 40 and SBF 120 groups—on their strategic decisions across all sectors. The firm also supports organizations implementing public circular economy policies, such as eco-organizations, agencies, funding bodies, and local authorities.