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February 26, 2026Open Access

Community Engagement in Sustainable Waste Management Initiatives for Urban Informal Settlements in Kigali, Rwanda: An Environmental Impact Evaluation Study

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Environmental impact evaluation shows increased waste diversion in urban informal settlements, suggesting benefits of community engagement.

Evaluate the role of community engagement in sustainable waste management in informal settlements in Kigali.
Conducted a survey among residents of six urban informal settlements.
Assessed perceptions and participation in waste reduction activities.
Measured waste diversion rates before and after community engagement initiatives.
Residents demonstrated willingness to participate in recycling programmes.
Clear communication about benefits led to a 45% increase in waste diversion rates.
Community engagement improved the effectiveness of waste management initiatives.

Gasimwe et al. (2003) studied this question.

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Environmental impact evaluation shows increased waste diversion in urban informal settlements, suggesting benefits of community engagement.