In the bustling Kimironko Market of Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, one thing is strikingly absent: plastic bags. Here, environmental consciousness runs deep. Vendors willingly offer paper bags or reusable totes, while woven and non-woven fabric bags have become everyday companions. This remarkable transformation traces back to 2008, when Rwanda enacted a bold ban on the production, use, import, and sale of polythene bags. Violators face strict penalties. This move has not only cleaned up the market but also reflects Rwandans’ profound respect for their natural environment.