A Study on solid waste in developing suburban area

Abstract

Heterogeneous disposal of solid waste in dump yards located within urban areas has proved to be a problem to nearby inhabitants in most developing localities in the world. Migration from the rural areas to the urban areas has resulted in unplanned settlements in suburban areas accommodating about 60% of the urban population on only 5% urban land area. The rural economy needs to be improved if rural-urban migration is to be managed. Involvement of stakeholders is important to achieve any meaningful and sustainable MSWM. The role of the informal sector through community-based organizations (CBOs), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and the private sector in offering solutions towards improvement of MSWM also is explored.
Keywords: Health issues, Dumpsite, Municipal Solid Waste (MSW)