Effects of poor solid waste management on the welfare of the people of Kawempe division
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2008-09
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Kampala International University, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Abstract
The study was to identify the effects of poor solid waste management on the well fare of the people of Kawempe division, Kampala district.
The specific objective of the study were, to establish the nature of the solid waste generated by households in Kawempe division, to establish the effects of poor waste management on the people of Kawempe division, to analyze with the community the problems and challenges associated with the present state of solid waste disposal in kawempe.
The study used both primary and secondary data collection methods, where primary data was collected using questionnaires which were self-administered which were given to KCC officials
Secondary data was collected through related literature available like newspapers, journals and articles read and internalized.
The study found out that 67% of the waste generated is biodegradable while 37% of the waste generated is non degradable, but this can also put to alternate use through recycling with advanced technology.
Therefore almost 90% of the waste generated in Kawempe can be recycled or biodegradable.
The study recommended Links should be established between recycling companies and communities groups. This will serve two purposes. One, it will reduce the amounts of garbage entering the waste stream and as such costs of having to transport it to the landfill where companies currently collect it. And two, it will create employment and income for the communities while at the sometime reducing on the garbage problem and saving landfill space.
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A Dissertation Submitted To The Faculty Of Social Sciences In Partial Fulfillment For The Award Of Bachelor Of Social Work And Social Administration Of Kampala International University
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Solid waste management, Welfare of the people, Kawempe division