Household Solid Waste Awareness and Practices among Residents of Windhoek, Namibia  

作　　者：Jolosi Mukena Youcai Zhao Songa Mutonga Jolosi Mukena;Youcai Zhao;Songa Mutonga(College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, China;Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, China;College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa)

机构地区：[1]College of Environmental Science and Engineering, Tongji University, Shanghai, China [2]Shanghai Institute of Pollution Control and Ecological Security, Shanghai, China [3]College of Agriculture & Environmental Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa

出　　处：《Journal of Environmental Protection》2024年第6期641-655,共15页环境保护（英文）

摘　　要：This study explores household solid waste management (HSWM) practices and awareness among residents of Windhoek West, a rapidly urbanizing constituency in the Khomas Region of Namibia. Employing a descriptive methodology, the research investigates the interplay between public awareness, regulatory frameworks, and the availability of waste management facilities to assess their impact on waste management behaviors. Our findings indicate significant gaps in both knowledge and infrastructure that hinder effective waste management. The study reveals that while there is a high willingness among residents to engage in recycling and waste reduction, actual practices are limited due to inadequate facilities and lack of stringent enforcement of waste policies. This research identifies key factors that influence waste management practices, including demographic characteristics and access to waste management facilities. It also proposes actionable strategies such as expanding recycling and sorting facilities, enhancing educational campaigns tailored to local needs, and implementing regular enforcement mechanisms. These strategies are aimed at improving compliance with waste management protocols and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility. The results of this investigation show the critical role of ongoing education and infrastructural improvement in bridging existing knowledge gaps and facilitating effective waste management practices. This research lays a foundational step toward enhancing sustainable urban development and effective waste management in Windhoek, providing valuable insights for policymakers, community leaders, and stakeholders engaged in urban environmental management.This study explores household solid waste management (HSWM) practices and awareness among residents of Windhoek West, a rapidly urbanizing constituency in the Khomas Region of Namibia. Employing a descriptive methodology, the research investigates the interplay between public awareness, regulatory frameworks, and the availability of waste management facilities to assess their impact on waste management behaviors. Our findings indicate significant gaps in both knowledge and infrastructure that hinder effective waste management. The study reveals that while there is a high willingness among residents to engage in recycling and waste reduction, actual practices are limited due to inadequate facilities and lack of stringent enforcement of waste policies. This research identifies key factors that influence waste management practices, including demographic characteristics and access to waste management facilities. It also proposes actionable strategies such as expanding recycling and sorting facilities, enhancing educational campaigns tailored to local needs, and implementing regular enforcement mechanisms. These strategies are aimed at improving compliance with waste management protocols and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility. The results of this investigation show the critical role of ongoing education and infrastructural improvement in bridging existing knowledge gaps and facilitating effective waste management practices. This research lays a foundational step toward enhancing sustainable urban development and effective waste management in Windhoek, providing valuable insights for policymakers, community leaders, and stakeholders engaged in urban environmental management.

关 键 词：Household Solid Waste Management (HSWM) Public Awareness Waste Segregation Windhoek West Recycling Facilities 

分 类 号：X70[环境科学与工程—环境工程]