Determinants of household choices on solid waste management practices in Morogoro municipality, Tanzania
| dc.contributor.author | Mdetele, Clara Pius | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2026-01-22T16:30:27Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2026-01-22T16:30:27Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description | Diddertation | |
| dc.description.abstract | Effective solid waste management is a critical global challenge, impacting human well-being, environmental sustainability, and the ongoing climate crisis. This study delves into the complex relationship between household-level waste management and socioeconomic factors in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania. As urbanization and consumption patterns evolve, understanding the dynamics shaping waste practices becomes paramount. Using a descriptive cross- sectional design, the study engaged 70 households across diverse wards: Mji mkuu, Mazimbu and Mji mpya. Structured interviews, complemented by insights from key informants, were conducted using the robust Kobo Collect survey tool. Descriptive statistics and Multivariate Probit Model were employed to examine waste management associations within and across wards. Key findings indicate that household waste management in Morogoro Municipality is intricately tied to socioeconomic factors. The majority of respondents were female (65.7%), aged 46 to 60 (34.3%), married (67.1%), and with primary education (55.7%). Self-employed individuals (65.7%) actively participated in waste management Multivariate Probit Model revealed intricate relationships between socioeconomic characteristics and waste practices. Chi-Square Tests illuminated associations between waste practices across wards, highlighting nuanced challenges. The study revealed inadequate solid waste management practices, with 68% of households resorting to dumping. Noteworthy waste categories included food remains and vegetables (38.6%), leaves/grass (28.6%), plastic (20%), and a mix of solid waste (12.9%). Community perception played a crucial role in shaping the success and effectiveness of solid waste management efforts. While the community perceived a positive stance on solid waste management, factors hindering effectiveness included collection fees and infrastructure. Multivariate Probit Model explored the association between socioeconomic characteristics and solid waste management practices. Significant predictors included education, income, infrastructure, land size, household size, time living in the area, waste storage facilities, fee for waste collection, and community awareness. The study’s significance lies in its potential to drive policy adjustments. Urgent steps are recommended, including grassroots environmental education and comprehensive policy enhancements to foster progress in waste management practices. The results underscore the need for tailored waste management strategies across different wards, considering specific challenges and promoting sustainable waste disposal practices. This research contributes to the global discourse on effective waste management, emphasizing the importance of context-specific interventions to address the intricacies of socioeconomic factors influencing household waste management practices. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://www.suaire.sua.ac.tz/handle/20.500.14820/7246 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Sokoine University of Agriculture | |
| dc.subject | Solid waste management practices | |
| dc.subject | Solid waste management | |
| dc.subject | socioeconomic factors | |
| dc.subject | community perception | |
| dc.subject | waste disposal practices | |
| dc.title | Determinants of household choices on solid waste management practices in Morogoro municipality, Tanzania | |
| dc.type | Thesis |