Countries

Partial (14) | Weak (3)

• Drafting of new decrees aligning with WAEMU standards. While there is a strong regional impetus for harmonization, the process in Benin is deliberate. For a GMG developer, it is safe to assume that a draft decree announced today will likely take at least two years to become enforceable law.
• Ongoing drafting of national e-waste strategy with GIZ

Partial (19)

• ESIA framework established with clear categorization system​
• Waste management standards being developed​

Partial (19)

• Draft revised Environment Code awaiting Presidential signature (as of 2019); SEA expected to be introduced​
• Basic framework established

Partial (21)

• New renewable energy standards established August 2024
• Waste management standards under development

Partial (17) | Unknown (2)

• NPA
• Producer responsibility regulation expected by 2025; new battery recycling facilities under development

Partial (12) | Weak (5)

• Potential issuance of national ambient standards; ACE guidance on noise/air benchmarks
• Emerging private e-waste operators; donor-supported take-back schemes

Partial (12) | Strong (3)

• Revising and updating the Energy Proclamation (No. 810/2013) by incorporating explicit provisions and guidelines aimed at monitoring, controlling, and mitigating ambient air pollution resulting from energy-related activities. ; potential tightening.
• E-waste policy discussions ongoing in region (track EPA).

Partial (30) | Unknown (6)

• Drafts and enforcement efforts ongoing; national e-waste implementation plans to watch.
• Local waste bylaws vary by assembly-check district rules.

Partial (9) | Unknown (7)

• Pending regulation awaiting final review and drafting and ministers assent- Draft EMC (Deposit Bonds) Regulations 2014, Draft E-Waste Regulations, Draft Wetlands Regulations-2017 Amended, Draft Chemical Regulations, Draft Waste Management Regulations
• Draft E-Waste Regulations, 2013

Partial (13) | Weak (5)

• REDD+ initiatives, donor programs
• Donor-supported producer responsibility programs

Partial (29) | Weak (1)

• In relation to Article 8, which requires accredited experts, the Malian Association for Environmental Assessment is pushing for a more formal accreditation system. This is critical for developers needing qualified experts to certify compliance with the technical normes established in this law.
• The key development to watch is the level of intensity with which the DNACPN and mayors will use these new investigative and sanctioning powers.

Partial (19)

• Code contains provisions on Environmental Impact Assessment
• Framework exists but limited detail

Partial (9) | Weak (6)

• Implementation of recent water / effluent discharge regulation (2023); possible updates of emission limits; possibly new noise regulation / orders; increased attention by donors and IFC/WB standards.
• Possible introduction of e-waste-specific regulation; donor projects pushing for more rigorous battery end-of-life plans.

Partial (16) | Weak (2)

• Draft air quality standards / guidance updates under MEFT review - track MEFT notices and EIA portal. (eia.meft.gov.na)
• WEEE/Waste policy and pilot projects ongoing (2024-2025). Developers should track MEFT WEEE guidance and potential producer-responsibility rules.

Partial (12) | Unknown (3)

• NESREA periodically updates national regulations & standards - track NESREA website for new National Environmental Regulations.
• Nigeria e-waste policy implementation is evolving - track NESREA/SON/NIWA updates.

Partial (19)

• New 2023 Environment Code strengthens pollution controls (hazardous substances, EIA process). Implementing decrees pending - e.g. updated noise and air quality standards expected.
• National e-waste program under development to handle solar equipment. 2023 Code emphasizes hazardous waste management - watch for new decrees on electronic waste disposal and producer responsibility schemes.

Partial (19)

• EPA has updated instruments and guidance (2022 Act consolidation). Watch EPA circulars and any new EIA thresholds or digitised application systems. (parliament.gov.sl)
• National waste policy and donor programs may introduce EPR or stronger municipal waste rules - watch policy updates.

Partial (12) | Strong (3)

Partial (19)

• Togo is updating its environmental regulations: a draft decree on noise and air emission standards is expected post-2025 climate law. Also, the new Climate Change Law (2025) emphasizes GHG emission monitoring - future rules may require emissions reporting even for off-grid projects.
• A national e-waste regulation is in draft, aligning with regional (UEMOA) guidelines - this will clarify producer responsibility. Also, Togo’s new Climate Law 2025 promotes sustainable waste management - possibly incentives or requirements for solar equipment recycling.

Unknown (9) | Partial (8)

Partial (15) | Unknown (3)

• Implementation of licensing digitisation/one-stop (Energy Single Licensing System noted in National Energy Compact tasking); potential updates to emission limits under subsidiary regs.
• Implementation of the 2023 E-Waste Plan; any SI updating hazardous waste fee schedules or establishing producer-responsibility schemes.