Prices of various commodities are likely to rise after the government introduced new registration and licensing fees for manufacturers, importers, and brand owners.
The fees, introduced by Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale under the Sustainable Waste Management and Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations 2024, published on Tuesday, February 18, could potentially impact the cost of production and importation.
Under the Sustainable Waste Management Regulations 2024, producers have the environmental responsibility for their products throughout the commodity's life cycle, from production to end-of-life.
The regulations list products that are subject to environmental compliance.
