The Challenge
Unmanaged plastic waste is a growing crisis in Uganda. With over 600 tonnes of plastic disposed of daily and no formal collection systems, millions of tonnes are openly burnt or dumped–damaging ecosystems and public health.
Unemployment is also high, especially amongst young people and marginalised communities.
We’re tackling both problems using the circular economy and creating marketable products:
4,000
Tonnes of Plastic Recycled
5,500
people receiving income through recycling
22
products sold in Uganda and internationally
We’ve built a self-sustaining model that turns plastic waste into a valuable resource.
By paying a fair market price for every kilogram of plastic collected, we provide consistent income for a network of 5,500+ people—specifically targeting economic empowerment for youth, women, refugees, and people with disabilities.
We’re not just cleaning up plastic waste; it's a scalable system that converts community-led collection into accessible jobs and high-quality products.
"When I heard that Eco Brixs pays instantly, I thought: this is what I have been missing. No waiting, no begging customers. Just work and get paid. Where others see waste, I see a business opportunity for my entire community."
Grace, Plastic Collector
“Eco Brixs taught me financial management. I started planning better, budgeting wisely, and gradually took charge of my life and expenses. The financial pressure eased and with it, so did my worries.”
Abdul, Plastic Collector
News
Our goal is simple: to build a national waste infrastructure that turns Uganda’s plastic burden into a job creation engine.
Having proven our model in Masaka, we are now scaling across the country—from the industrial heart of Jinja to the refugee settlements of the North.