Our Impact
Measurable change for people, planet, and the future of Africa
Real Impact. Proven Results. Scalable Solutions.
Upcycle Africa delivers proven, measurable impact by transforming plastic waste into affordable housing, green jobs, and circular economic opportunities across Uganda. Our work directly advances multiple United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing environmental degradation, housing insecurity, and unemployment through an integrated, community-led model.
3M+
Plastic bottles diverted from the environment
300+
Eco-homes constructed in different part of Africa
1,800+
People provided with safe housing
4,800+
Youth and women trained in circular practices
2,500+
Informal waste collectors engaged
Impact tracked through hub transaction logs, training records, construction reports, partner MOUs, and beneficiary surveys.
SDGs
Environmental Impact
Advancing SDG 12 & SDG 13 SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production SDG 13 – Climate Action
Upcycle Africa prevents plastic waste from entering drainage systems, waterways, and landfills by converting it into valuable materials and products.
Key outcomes:
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Reduced plastic leakage and environmental pollution
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Decreased open burning and toxic emissions
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Circular reuse of plastic as construction materials and industrial feedstock
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Lower carbon footprint through reduced reliance on virgin materials
Result: Cleaner communities, healthier ecosystems, and climate-positive material systems.
SDGs
Housing & Climate Resilience Impact
Advancing SDG 11 & SDG 9 SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Through eco-homes and modular construction materials, Upcycle Africa addresses Africa’s affordable housing gap while strengthening climate resilience.
Impact highlights:
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Safe, durable, and flood-resilient eco-homes
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Improved thermal comfort in high-heat environments
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Reduced housing vulnerability for low-income and displaced households
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Community infrastructure built using eco-bricks
Result: Families live in dignified, safer homes that protect lives and livelihoods.
SDGs
Economic & Livelihood Impact
Advancing SDG 1 & SDG 8 SDG 1 – No Poverty SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
Upcycle Africa creates inclusive green jobs across the plastic value chain.
Who benefits:
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Youth and women
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Informal waste collectors
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Refugees and marginalized communities
Economic outcomes:
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Stable income through plastic collection and processing
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Skills development in recycling, construction, and manufacturing
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Transition from informal survival work to dignified livelihoods
Result: Poverty reduction through sustainable, locally rooted employment.
SDGs
Education, Skills & Enterprise Development
Advancing SDG 4 & SDG 8 SDG 4 – Quality Education SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth
Through our Green Business Accelerator, we equip participants with practical, market-relevant skills.
Impact achieved:
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4,800+ individuals trained in circular economy skills
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60+ green enterprises incubated
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Access to mentorship, machinery, markets, and seed support
Result: A new generation of circular entrepreneurs driving long-term economic resilience.
SDGs
Inclusion & Gender Impact
Advancing SDG 5 & SDG 10 SDG 5 – Gender Equality SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities
Upcycle Africa prioritizes women, youth, and marginalized groups in all programs.
Inclusive outcomes:
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Women-led enterprises supported
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Refugees and host communities integrated into value chains
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Decision-making roles shared with community representatives
Result: Circular economies that are equitable by design.
SDGs
Systems & Policy Impact
Advancing SDG 17 SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
Upcycle Africa works with governments, municipalities, universities, NGOs, and private-sector partners to embed circular solutions into local systems.
System-level impact:
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Strengthened municipal waste management approaches
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Increased adoption of circular economy practices
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Policy dialogue on plastic reduction and reuse
Result: Sustainable change beyond project cycles.
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