The effect of plastic disposal in Bwaise-Kawempe division

Abstract

Plastic waste is one of the greatest challenges facing urban authorities today with the amount of waste generated exceeding their capacity both technical and financial to collect and dispose off. The study highlights the existing legal and policy frame work gaps. An estimation of the amount and nature of solid waste generated. The different management arrangements adopted by the city authorities and the local community. Major challenges in managements, economic gains of solid waste and finally suggests short and long term recommendations for proper management of solid waste in Kampala.