The general objective of this study was to assess the socio-economic factors which affect solid waste management practices in Zenzelima Kebele.
The specific objective was to describe the current status of solid waste management practice in Zenzelima Kebele, to assess the correlation between income and educational level of Zenzelima Kebele and their solid waste management practice and to examine the associations of household size of the respondents on the Solid Waste Management.
Nowadays the population growth and the rate of urbanization are alarmingly increasing throughout the world including Africa. The population growth and urbanization are the major factor for the raising of solid waste in a country. There is also another factor such as cultural, social, economic and institutional for the increasing of solid waste in the world.
Table of Contents
Chapter One
1. Introduction
1.1. Background of the study
1.2 Statement of the problem
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1.3.1 General objective
1.3.2 Specific objective
1.4 Significance of the Study
1.5 Limitations of the Study
1.6 Scope of the Study
Chapter Two
2. Review of Literature
2.1 Definition and concept of solid waste
2.2 Types and sources of solid wastes
2.2.1 Types of solid waste
2.2.2 Sources of Solid Waste
2.3. Solid Waste Management in Developing Countries
2.4. Solid Waste Management in Ethiopia
2.5. Solid Waste Management Actors
2.5.1 The Municipality
2.5.2 The Private Sector
2.5.3 Community
2.6. Solid Waste Management Problems in Ethiopia
2.7. Types of Solid waste Management system
2.8. Components of Solid Waste Management Elements
2.9. Transfer and Transport of solid wastes
2.10. Determining factor of solid waste management
1.11. Environmental policy of Ethiopia Related to Solid Waste
Chapter Three
2. Materials and Methods
3.1 Description of Study Area
3.1.1. Location
3.1.2 Climate
3.1.3Soil Type
3.1.4 Farming system of the study area
3.1.5 Population
3.2. Sampling sizeand techniques
3.3. Sources of data
3.4. Method of data collection
3.5. Method of data analysis
Chapter Four
4. Result and Discussion
4.1 Demographic Characteristics of the Respondent
4.1.1 Sex of the respondents
4.1.2.Age of the respondents
4.1.3. Educational status of respondents
4.1.4. Marital status of households
4.1.5. Religion of the respondents
4.1.6. Family size
4.1.7 Households average monthly Income
4.1.8. Employment of the respondents
4.2. Types and sources of solid waste in the kebele
4.2.1. Types of solid waste
4.2.2. Source of household solid waste in the kebele
4.3 factor which affect solid waste management practice in the kebele
4.3.1. Social factors
4.3.2. Economic factors
4.4. Solid Waste Management Practice: Collection and Disposal systems
4.4.1. Collection system of solid waste in the kebele
4.4.2. Ways of waste disposal system of solid wastesin thekebele
4.4.3. Recycling of solid wastes
4.4.4. Compost of solid waste in the study area
4.5. The impacts of solid waste in the kebele
4.6. Vulnerable group of the society as a result poor SWM practice
4.7. The relation between solid waste management and economic levels of individuals
4.8. The beneficiary groups as a result of good solid waste management
4.9. Responsible Body to solid waste management
4.10. Participation of the communities in solid waste management practice
4.11. Level of administration on solid waste Management practice in the Kebele
4.12. Participation of Private Sectors on Solid Waste Management
4.13. Contribution of NGO on Solid waste management
4.14. Evaluation of the problem of solid waste management
Chapter Five
5. Conclusion and recommendation
5.1 conclusion
5.2 Recommendation
Research Objectives and Themes
The primary objective of this research is to evaluate the socio-economic factors influencing solid waste management practices within Zenzelima Kebele. The study investigates how community behavior, administrative capacity, and economic conditions contribute to the current state of waste disposal in the region.
- Analysis of socio-economic drivers affecting waste generation and management.
- Evaluation of existing solid waste collection and disposal systems in Zenzelima Kebele.
- Assessment of community involvement and administrative responsibility in waste management.
- Investigation of the impacts of poor waste management practices on public health and the local environment.
- Identification of potential strategies and recommendations for sustainable waste management improvement.
Excerpt from the Book
2.1 Definition and concept of solid waste
Solid wastes are unwanted solid materials such as paper, plastic products, battles, can, food, and garden waste and left over materials from industrial, agriculture and mining process. It can also defined as “any garbage, refuse, sludge, and other discarded solid materials resulting from industrial, commercial, agricultural operations, and community activities, but does not include dissolved materials”(Samuel, 2006). Solid Waste Management is defined as the control, generation, storage, collection, transfer and transport, processing and disposal of solid waste consistent with the best practices of public health, economics and financial, engineering, administrative, legal and environmental considerations (Jamal, 2002).
Summary of Chapters
Chapter One: Introduces the study, establishing the global and local context of rapid urbanization and the resulting challenges of solid waste management, while identifying the specific research problem in Zenzelima Kebele.
Chapter Two: Provides a comprehensive literature review on the definitions, sources, and global approaches to solid waste management, as well as an overview of the legal framework and existing practices in Ethiopia.
Materials and Methods: Details the research design, site description of Zenzelima Kebele, sampling techniques used, and the methods employed for data collection and analysis.
Result and Discussion: Presents the findings regarding demographic characteristics, waste types, and the socio-economic factors influencing waste management practices, including community and administrative performance.
Chapter Five: Concludes the research by synthesizing key findings and offering actionable recommendations to improve solid waste management through enhanced community participation and better administrative strategy.
Keywords
Solid Waste, Solid Waste Management, Municipal Solid Waste Management, Zenzelima Kebele, Urbanization, Socio-economic Factors, Waste Disposal, Environmental Degradation, Community Participation, Public Health, Ethiopia, Waste Recycling, Administrative Weakness, Household Waste, Waste Collection
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research project?
The research is centered on assessing the socio-economic factors that affect solid waste management practices specifically within the Zenzelima Kebele area.
What are the primary thematic areas covered in the study?
The study covers waste generation, disposal habits, the role of local administration, community participation levels, and the environmental and health impacts of existing practices.
What is the overarching research goal?
The goal is to identify why current management practices are inefficient and to provide recommendations for improving the waste management system in Zenzelima Kebele.
Which scientific methodology was applied?
The study utilized a descriptive research method, employing both quantitative and qualitative approaches, including household questionnaires, key informant interviews, and field observations.
What topics are discussed in the main body of the work?
The main body examines demographic profiles of residents, the types and sources of waste, the influence of social and economic factors, and an evaluation of existing collection and disposal systems.
Which keywords best describe the paper?
The paper is best defined by keywords such as solid waste management, urban waste, Zenzelima Kebele, socio-economic factors, community participation, and administrative efficiency.
What specific role do socio-economic factors play in the waste management of the Kebele?
The study finds that factors like household income levels, educational status, and administrative weakness significantly dictate the quality of waste management, often leading to illegal dumping and lack of proper disposal mechanisms.
Who are identified as the most vulnerable groups regarding poor waste management?
According to the findings, children, women, and the elderly are the most vulnerable due to their proximity to waste disposal areas and lack of awareness or protective measures.
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- Bereket Assaye (Autor:in), 2017, Waste Management. Socio-Economic Factors affecting Solid Waste Management in Ethiopia, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/919812
