The rapid urbanization in Kampala, Uganda, has led to an increasing amount of waste generated by urban youth, posing significant environmental and health challenges. A comprehensive search of academic databases including Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar was conducted using keywords related to eco-friendly waste management, urban youth, and Kampala. Studies published between and were included based on inclusion criteria focused on social acceptance rates and health impacts. A total of 56 studies met the inclusion criteria, with a significant proportion (43%) reporting positive social acceptances for eco-friendly waste management solutions among urban youth in Kampala. These findings suggest that interventions combining education and community engagement can enhance acceptance rates over time. This review highlights the importance of integrating educational programmes and community participation in promoting sustainable waste management practices among urban youth in Kampala. Future research should focus on developing targeted educational initiatives to improve understanding and acceptance of eco-friendly waste solutions, particularly in underserved communities. The empirical specification follows Y=₀+^ X+, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.
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