By mutenyo mutwalibi , Student of Environmental Management at Nkumba University
As an environmental student at Nkumba University and a proud member of the African Youth Leadership Forum (AYLF), I’m passionate about addressing urgent issues like waste management and environmental conservation.
AYLF is a platform devoted to empowering young African leaders to create positive, impactful change in their communities. Built on values like integrity, servant leadership, and collaboration, AYLF envisions cultivating a network of compassionate, accountable leaders across Africa.
Through leadership training, events, and community projects, AYLF inspires youth to engage with key social, economic, and environmental challenges.
Waste management is an ongoing concern, especially in communities like Kasenyi Landing Site. Every year, waste generation grows, fuelled by households and industries. The cycle of waste management—from collection to transportation, processing, and disposal—demands attention to prevent its harmful impacts on air, water, and soil.
When left unaddressed, unmanaged waste becomes a significant environmental and public health hazard.
Fortunately, advancements in technology and growing public awareness are driving new approaches.
Social media and internet platforms have become essential tools for raising ecological consciousness and mobilizing communities to take action. Innovations like recycling and recovery methods are transforming waste into valuable products, while energy recovery through thermal conversion is turning waste into a resource.
The circular economy concept, which promotes sustainable production and consumption, is also gaining popularity, focusing on reducing waste at its source.
Our upcoming outreach at Kasenyi Landing Site is a direct response to the waste management challenges facing the community.
As an AYLF Nkumba chapter, we are not focused solely on waste management but are concerned about the specific waste problem here and want to make a positive difference. This clean-up and awareness campaign aims to engage the local community, promote sustainable practices, and bring attention to the importance of proper waste management.
By working together as young leaders and as a community, we can be part of the solution, creating a cleaner, healthier environment for everyone at Kasenyi and beyond.
Mutenyo mutwalibi a dedicated Environmental Management student at Nkumba University. With a passion for sustainability and community development, I am committed to advocating for environmental solutions that can transform local communities for the better.
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