Q&A: Partnerships key to scaling Nigeria’s circular economy

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For Ndaman Joshua Olayinka, founder of BuyScrap Nigeria, addressing the country’s growing waste challenge requires more than funding. Strategic partnerships, he says, provide technical expertise, market access and collaborative networks that are critical for startups seeking to scale safely and profitably in Nigeria’s emerging circular economy.

• Founded in 2021, BuyScrap Nigeria is a digital platform connecting buyers and sellers of e-waste. The startup serves around 2,000 active users, 16 subscribed businesses and has fulfilled over 400 orders across multiple waste types.

• In an interview, Mr Olayinka urges investors to go beyond funding and provide operational support that helps startups like BuyScrap scale, innovate and grow sustainably.

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