The primary objective of any policy on waste should be to reduce to a minimum the negative effects of waste generation and management on human health and the environment. In equal measure and in accordance with the principles governing the circular economy, said policy should have as its objective the promotion of efficient use of resources, assuming a strategic position with the consensus of...

These Regulations provide rules relative to waste management, transport and disposal. No person shall – (a) deposit, cause or allow waste to be deposited at a place other than a waste management facility or any other site approved for that purpose; (b) throw, drop or otherwise deposit or cause any littering in any street, road, drain, river or other public place other than a space or bin specially...

This Framework Law consisting of 32 articles and IV Annexes aims at organizing the waste management, including the related installations and its division into classes and categories, except for radioactive waste, gaseous emissions to atmosphere, wastewater and the solid biomass residues. It divides waste into the following two categories, non-hazardous and hazardous, which are listed in details in...

Prohibits the manufacturing, importation, use and sale of plastic carry bags and single-use plastics items - Exemption of compostable plastic items or woven polypropylene.

Regulation of plastic bag use - Prohibition of the import, export, manufacturing, sale, supply, storage and use of plastic carrier bags within Mainland Tanzania

To provide for sustainable management of the environment; establish authority as a coordinating, monitoring and supervisory body for that purpose; and matters incidental to. - Distributes power to relevant institutions, create environmental planning and regulation and details pollution control. Sets standards for discharge of effluent, noxious smells, industrial products and solid waste disposal

This Act sets forth provisions on the appointment, duties and authorities of Litter Prevention Wardens; designation of officers of the Ministry of Health to carry out provisions of this Act; responsibilities of business owners; removal of derelict vehicles from a public place; and disposal of removed vehicles. This Act shall apply to any solid or liquid material or combination of solid and liquid...

This Act lays down rules for the prohibition on import of styrofoam and plastic food service containers, prohibition on manufacturing, sale, use or distribution of styrofoam and plastic food service containers, and prohibition on sale of food in styrofoam and plastic food service containers. This Act shall not apply to a disposable plastic beverage container; packaged food with styrofoam and...

Determines modalities for protecting, conserving and promoting the environment. - Solid waste, hazardous waste, liquid and electronic waste are to be sorted, collected, and transported to appropriate destinations in accordance with relevant laws. Solid waste must be disposed of in an appropriate landfill or waste processing factory for production purposes.