Introduction On a recent occasion, the Nairobi County Government made headlines by dumping waste outside the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) offices. This action was reportedly taken as a form of protest against unpaid electricity bills owed by the county government. However, beyond its political undertones, the move underscored [...]
WasteAid’s Capacity Building Program Introduction Waste management is a global challenge, particularly in low-income countries where infrastructure and resources are often lacking. WasteAid, an international non-profit organization, has been at the forefront of tackling waste-related issues through its Capacity Building Program. This initiative aims to equip communities with the knowledge [...]
UN-Habitat’s ‘Turning Waste into Jobs’ Initiative Introduction Waste management has long been a pressing challenge for urban centers worldwide, particularly in rapidly growing cities in developing countries. The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) launched the ‘Turning Waste into Jobs’ initiative to tackle this issue while simultaneously creating employment opportunities. [...]
The Dajopen Waste Management Project in Kenya Introduction Waste management remains one of Kenya’s biggest environmental challenges, with urban areas struggling to handle increasing waste generation. In response to this crisis, the Dajopen Waste Management Project was founded in 2007 in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County. This community-based initiative has transformed [...]
