Community Engagement in Solid Waste Management: An In-Depth Analysis of Household Participation and Practices in Chelstone Township in Lusaka, Zambia

Arthur Chisanga, Simbeye Tinker Saul, Steven Daka, Esther Masebe, Remmy Mulenga, Dorothy Banda, Mwape Kabangasheshe, Mary Chimwala, Florence Mukupo, Wezi Kachinda, Kaziwe Simpokolwe, Emmanuel Chirwa, Godwin Chakolwa, Victor Kaonga, Monica Katunga, Isabel Nyahoda and Pamela Mwansa
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Arthur Chisanga: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Simbeye Tinker Saul: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Steven Daka: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Esther Masebe: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Remmy Mulenga: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Dorothy Banda: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Mwape Kabangasheshe: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Mary Chimwala: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Florence Mukupo: Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Wezi Kachinda: Faculty of Medicine, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Kaziwe Simpokolwe: Faculty of Medicine, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Emmanuel Chirwa: Faculty of Pre-Medical Sciences, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Godwin Chakolwa: Faculty of Pre-Medical Sciences, Lusaka Apex Medical University, Lusaka, Zambia
Victor Kaonga: Clinton Health Access Initiative, Lusaka, Zambia
Monica Katunga: Eden University, Lusaka, Zambia
Isabel Nyahoda: Cavendish University, Lusaka
Pamela Mwansa: Cavendish University, Lusaka

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2024, vol. 8, issue 4, 2168-2194

Abstract: The study investigated the efficacy of community engagement in solid waste management in Chelstone Township, with a focus on household involvement and participation. Understanding the extent of community participation in solid waste management is critical for improving waste management systems and developing sustainable practices in local communities. Chelstone Township, Lusaka Province, Zambia, presented an attractive backdrop for investigating community engagement in solid waste management due to its unique blend of social, economic, cultural, and political elements. Chelstone’s population is diversified, with a mix of indigenous residents and migrants from other regions of Zambia, living in both informal settlements and more affluent residential neighborhoods. To examine the level of community engagement in solid waste management in Chelstone Township, the researchers used a mixed-method approach that included both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. The study found that community involvement in solid waste management was only partially effective, owing to a lack of household participation in decision-making procedures. According to the findings, community engagement in solid waste management was predominantly routed through councilors, resulting in insufficient representation of households in planning and decision-making. Community-based enterprises (CBEs) also demonstrated a lack of household engagement. The study identified obstacles such as waste politicization, a lack of information, distance collection places, unreliable collection services, and issues with openness and accountability in cash allocation. The outcomes of the study highlight the importance of increased education efforts to encourage community participation in garbage management. To supplement local government initiatives, effective engagement of stakeholders such as community organizations, NGOs, and commercial sector entities is advised. The study recommends incorporating community people in solid waste management planning, decision-making, and implementation.

Date: 2024
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