Kenyans with old mobile phones, chargers and earphones lying unused at home have until November 13, 2026, to hand them over for recycling under a Safaricom electronic waste collection initiative.
The telecommunications company is asking customers to drop off their unwanted electronic gadgets at any of its retail shops across the country as part of efforts to encourage responsible e-waste disposal.
In a notice shared on its official social media platforms, Safaricom urged Kenyans to participate in the exercise, saying: “Give your small electronic waste a second life by dropping it off at any Safaricom retail shops across the country.”
The company said the exercise aims to recover valuable materials from discarded electronics, reduce environmental pollution and prevent e-waste from ending up in landfills.
Electronic waste, commonly known as e-waste, includes discarded electrical and electronic equipment such as mobile phones, computers, chargers and batteries.
Some of these devices contain hazardous substances that can contaminate soil and water when improperly disposed of. Burning electronic components can also release harmful pollutants into the air.
The collection drive comes amid growing concerns over the environmental impact of discarded electronics as consumers increasingly replace mobile phones and accessories.
Safaricom has previously partnered with electronic waste management organisations, including the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Centre (WEEE Centre), to promote the collection and recycling of discarded electronics.
However, the company has clarified that participants in the current exercise should not expect any financial rewards in exchange for their old gadgets.