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Many Ugandans today have become comfortable packing things in polythene bags and other plastic materials r plastic waste. However, these polythene bags, commonly referred to as ‘kaveera’ have a significant contribution to environmental pollution. They also have other impacts that exacerbate the climate crisis. Kaveera has largely been used for packaging but it’s disposal after use has gone unchecked for ...

The ban on kaveera has been labeled a gradual process by trade minister Hon Amelia kyambade. The wipeout has been widely called on by environmental authorities and MPs forcing Hon Amelia to say the process should be gradual to phase out kaaveera / polythene production and implement the use of plastic carrier bags. Check also: Traders Worried Their Businesses Might Close ...