Informal waste collection in Greater Johannesburg

This book deals with the new way of looking at Informal waste Collectors in urban space. They are seen as contributors to the sustainability of the urban environment. Chapter 1 introduces and also justifies the importance of integrating informal waste collectors into a waste management system as a possible strategy to reduce the volume of solid waste. It also suggests a strategy for the urban poor to make a living. Chapter 2 looks at the literature on informal waste collectors in developing countries such as Mexico, Colombia, Argentina, Egypt, Costa Rica and South Africa.Chapter 3 deals with the research methodology and outlines the data collection process, data sources and the methods used for data analysis. The research therefore involves a threefold approach, combining both qualitative and quantitative information methods. Chapter 4 provides details on data analysis and the research findings. Chapter 5 relates the results of the research, a synthesis of the findings and recommendations for the future. Chapter 6 presents the conclusions reached through this research project. This book may be used for research, teaching and private studies purpo

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Kasay Sentime is a young scholar. He works as a lecturer in the Department of Development Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA), Pretoria. He holds a Master in Environmental Management from the University of Johannesburg. He is currently enrolled as a PhD candidate in the Department of Forest Science at the University of Stellenbosch