Thu, 02 Mar 2017 14:12:25 +0000 By KALOBWE BWALYA IMPLEMENTATION of the Keep Zambia Clean programme has not been a success due to inadequate enforcement of by-laws governing the implementation of solid waste. Local Government Minister Vincent Mwale said increased waste generation and complexity of waste streams associated with urbanization, economic growth and increased affluence was a major challenge. He said inadequate waste management equipment and infrastructure such as engineered sanitary landfills for final disposal and treatment of solid waste was among the bottlenecks holding up the programme. “My ministry is developing a public media awareness campaign to sensitize the Zambian citizenry on responsible waste management and cleaning of premises at work places and community surroundings. ‘‘The programme was supposed to commence airing on the national broadcaster (ZNBC) in the second quarter of 2016 but will now be aired in the second quarter of 2017,” said Mr Mwale. He disclosed that the Lusaka City […]
