About Us
Welcome to the African Circular Economy Network (ACEN)
Reshaping Africa’s economic landscape through the circular economy.
Vision
Sustainability
Mission
Vision
The vision of the African Circular Economy Network (ACEN) is to build a restorative African economy that generates well-being and prosperity, inclusive of all its people, through new forms of economic production and consumption which maintain and regenerate its environmental resources.
Sustainability
We promote new forms of sustainability which maintain and regenerate Africa’s environmental resources.
Mission
At the core of our mission is the commitment to a regenerative economy system that creates strong socio-economic impacts for the continent and sustains and regenerates our unique environmental resources.
Highlights of ACEN's Impact and Achievements
Pioneering the Circular Economy in Africa
- ACEN has been a pioneer of the circular economy in Africa over seven years.
- Our network spans 500+ experts across 42 African countries, bolstering our impact.
- Strategic partnerships with global entities like the World Economic Forum, World Bank, UNEP, and African Development Bank amplify our global influence.
- These partnerships elevate the African perspective globally and strengthen our collaborative initiatives.
Expanding Influence through Collaboration
- ACEN collaborates with governmental organisations, research institutions, private sector, and NGOs.
- We advise cross-sectoral groups and convene circular economy actors in the Global South.
- Our expanding reach fosters innovation and sustainable practices across Africa.
- We unite diverse stakeholders for the continent's benefit.
A Movement for Circular Prosperity
- ACEN is more than an organisation; it's a movement towards a circular Africa, blending sustainability and innovation for the greater good.
- Together, we're shaping a future where circularity drives prosperity, and Africa leads in sustainable development and environmental stewardship.
