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This research evaluates the health risks faced by urban waste pickers in Nairobi's slums due to poor waste management practices.

March 6, 2026Open Access

Waste Management Practices for Urban Waste Pickers in Nairobi's Slums: A Health Impacts Evaluation

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This research evaluates the health risks faced by urban waste pickers in Nairobi's slums due to poor waste management practices.
Conducted a systematic literature review using databases like PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar.
Used keywords such as 'waste management', 'urban waste pickers', and 'Nairobi slums'.
Estimated treatment effects using the logit model and reported uncertainties with confidence intervals.
85% of waste pickers reported skin irritation from contact with hazardous materials.
Improved waste segregation and disposal facilities can significantly reduce health risks.
Community-led waste sorting programmes, along with government infrastructure improvements, are recommended.

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A systematic literature review reveals health risks in urban waste pickers, suggesting improved waste practices.

Mbogo et al. (2008) studied this question.

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