Evaluating E-Waste Management Skills Development among Informal Sector Workers in Rwanda: A Case Study of Kigali City
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https://doi.org/10.53819/81018102t4322Abstract
The highest consumption of electronic goods is generating E-wastes which are causing global worry, being exacerbated in cities of developing countries. This study aimed to evaluate and explore the existence of different skills development approaches towards proper e-wastes management among informal workers in Kigali City, Rwanda. Quantitative method by using a questionnaire was used to acquire primary data. Data collected were analysed using SPSS version 27.0. Different skills development approaches were explored among the informal workers, of which were informational materials (15%), online resources (35%), school curriculum (30%), and trainings (25%), while 25% responded none to learn about e-waste. Only 40% was found to be familiar with e-wastes management. The study revealed that preference of e-waste disposal in informal sector was at 70% to general solid waste collectors, and there is significant correlation (r=0.684, p-value=0.001) between skills development and e-waste management. Therefore, the development of specialised trainings with accessible educational resources will foster e-waste management practices in informal sector.
Keywords: E-wastes management, Skills development, informal workers, Informal sector, Kigali City
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