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Clean Lusaka — Waste to Wealth

Turning household and community waste into health, jobs, and income. Educate • Recycle • Employ • Clean Lusaka

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Why It Matters

Uncollected waste increases disease risk, blocks drainage, causes flooding, and affects livelihoods. Lusaka experiences recurring cholera outbreaks linked to poor waste management. A sustainable recycling program reduces health risks and creates economic opportunity.

Health & Sanitation

Proper waste handling lowers disease vectors and reduces cholera risk by improving sanitation and drainage.

Flood Prevention

Clearing waste from drains reduces flooding and protects homes and infrastructure.

Jobs & Income

Recycling and upcycling create formal and informal job opportunities across collection, sorting, resale and small enterprises.

Waste to Wealth Opportunities

Practical, scalable pathways for communities to convert waste into value and income.

plastic upcycling

Plastic Resale & Upcycling

Collection and sorting for resale, upcycling into household items and community crafts that can be sold locally.

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composting

Composting Organic Waste

Turn food and garden waste into compost to support urban farming and household gardens, reducing fertilizer costs.

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paper recycling

Paper & Cardboard Recycling

Collect, bale and sell paper and cardboard; small enterprises can produce recycled paper goods.

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e-waste

E‑Waste Recovery

Safe collection of electronic waste for parts recovery and refurbishment—reducing hazards and creating value.

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How to Recycle — Step by Step

Simple behaviours that every household can adopt to make a big impact.

  1. Step 1 — Separate

    Sort waste at source: organics, plastics, paper, and hazardous e-waste.

  2. Step 2 — Store & Prepare

    Store recyclables in labeled bins; rinse food containers and flatten cardboard.

  3. Step 3 — Drop Off or Collection

    Use community collection points or schedule pickup with local recyclers.

  4. Step 4 — Compost & Reuse

    Compost organic waste for gardens; repair & repurpose items where possible.

Community Action

Collective action multiplies impact — join clean-up drives, training, and local employment programs.

Volunteer Clean‑Up

Monthly clean-up drives across Lusaka neighbourhoods — SMS alerts and WhatsApp signups available.

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Job Board

Short-term and permanent roles in collection, sorting, and community education. Employers can post openings.

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School Programmes

Curriculum-linked workshops to educate students and establish youth recycling clubs.

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Success Stories & Testimonials

Hear from our community members about the impact of Clean Lusaka.

★★★★★

"Clean Lusaka has transformed our neighbourhood. The waste collection program improved our streets and health. I've earned income through recycling!"

Mercy Chibale
Community Recycler, Kalingalinga
★★★★★

"As a teacher, I appreciate the school programme. Our students now understand waste management and actively participate in keeping our campus clean."

John Mwale
Teacher, Lusaka High School
★★★★★

"The composting training helped me start a small business. I sell compost to local farmers and it's generating good income for my family."

Patricia Silwimba
Urban Farmer & Entrepreneur

Report & Track

Report illegal dumping or blocked drains. Track project impact and progress (data-driven results).

    Click on the map to set the report location, then submit the form.

    Reports are inspected by local partners; urgent hazards are triaged for immediate action.

    Resources & Partners

    Guides, partner organisations and downloadable materials to support community action.

    Community Recycling Guide (PDF) School Workshop Pack (ZIP) Composting Quickstart (PDF)

    Join the Movement

    Sign up to volunteer, post jobs, or partner with Clean Lusaka.