At the 2026 World Youth Development Forum, Kenya's Benson Abila shared the story of M-taka.Leveraging an AI-powered digital platform, the initiative transforms waste management into a dignified source of income for youth and women.

It has recovered over 4 million kilograms of recyclables and tripled incomes for many, proving that waste can be turned into an opportunity for inclusive and sustainable livelihoods.

(Editor: Wang Shuocheng, Zhang Minyu)