Tanzania Bans Use of Plastic Bags
Tanzania has announced a nationwide ban on the use of plastic bags starting from June 1, 2019. The country is following in the footsteps of Rwanda and Kenya, in an attempt to tackle plastic pollution. The government believes it is a step that has to be taken to create a greener and cleaner future.
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Tanzania:
Country Bans Use of Plastic Bags
Citizen, 1 June 2019
The Plastics Carrier Bags Regulations 2019 that prevent import, export, manufacturing, sale, storage, supply, and use of plastic carrier bags regardless of their thickness takes… Read more »
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According to a three-judge bench, the government did not violate any rights in imposing the ban and there was no evidence to prove that there was increased cost of packaging or a ... Read more »