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DFFE chooses Desco as Africa’ s premier e-waste training facility
Desco Electronic Recyclers has been selected by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment( DFFE) as the preferred e-waste practical training site during the recent regional workshop on the implementation of the Basel Convention in Africa.
This recognition highlights Desco’ s role as a tier 1 e-waste recycling facility and its commitment to advancing sustainable electronic waste management practices on the continent. processed. Many delegates had questions about how we collect materials and ensure responsible recycling from start to finish. The tour allowed us to unpack these steps in detail.”
Beyond the tour, Airaga highlighted that the most valuable aspect of the workshop was the interactive Q & A sessions.
The workshop – organised in collaboration with the Africa Institute, the Basel Convention and BRS Conventions and supported by UNEP – brought together approximately 70 participants from 20 African nations, including Botswana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa and others. Delegates benefitted from comprehensive sessions covering national legislation updates, enforcement strategies and progressive approaches to e-waste management.
Desco Managing Director, Giulio Airaga, says the facility tour was an essential part of the event, providing participants with a detailed, end-to-end understanding of the e-waste recycling process:“ We demonstrated how material is sourced from public, private and individual contributors before being transported and
Canon unveils Season 2 of‘ Women Who Empower’ with Dubai Business Women Council
Canon Middle East, a leader in imaging solutions, has announced the launch of Season 2 of its successful‘ Women Who Empower’ campaign, developed in close alignment with the Dubai Business Women Council( DBWC). The initiative aims to uplift and support women in the imaging and print industries through comprehensive training programmes, mentorship opportunities and networking events.
The second season of‘ Women Who Empower’ aligns with the International Women’ s Day 2025 theme of‘ Accelerate Action’ and the UAE’ s focus on building stronger communities during the‘ Year of Community’. The launch ceremony was attended by senior executives from both organisations.
Venkatasubramanian( Subbu) Hariharan, Managing Director, Canon Middle East and Türkiye, said:“ The Women Who Empower initiative embodies Canon’ s unwavering dedication to diversity, inclusivity and women’ s empowerment. Guided by our corporate philosophy of Kyosei, living and working together for the common good, we aim to create opportunities that not only accelerate action but also build stronger, more connected communities. We’ re proud to build on the success of our first season with an even more comprehensive programme designed to accelerate action and foster community among women professionals.”
Season 2 will offer training across three specialised modules: Photography Module, Content Creation Module and Print Module. The programme runs until June 16, 2025.
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