Rwanda: Govt Could Ban Imports Packed in Non-Biodegradable Plastic

Traders may need alternative packaging for their exports to Rwanda as the government considers imposing a ban on imported products packaged in non-biodegradable polythene material.

The move comes on the back of growing pressure from the Rwanda Private Sector Federation for the government to lift the 2006 ban on domestic manufacturing of non-biodegradable plastic. According to the private sector, the ban raises production costs for local firms.

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