Haile Shoddo Getaneh
Jigjiga University, Department of Geography and Environmental Studies, College of Social Science and Humanities POBOX 1020, Ethiopia.
Heliyon. 2024 Apr 26;10(9):e29745. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29745. eCollection 2024 May 15.
The goal of this study is to look into household exposure, knowledge, and perceptions of the risks connected with solid waste management in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. Jigjiga is currently grappling with overflowing landfills and limited waste collection, resulting in open dumping and serious health concerns such as disease transmission. The goal of this research is to better understand how Jigjiga residents interact with the waste management system, as well as their perceptions of the health and environmental issues that arise. The study employed a cross-sectional design using a multistage sampling technique. Two kebeles were used to select 200 families living near and far from the dumpsite. Questionnaires were utilized to collect data on demographics, exposure, knowledge, and risk perception. The analysis was carried out utilizing descriptive statistics and binary logistic regression. A survey of 357 households in Jigjiga, Ethiopia, found concerning trends in solid waste management. 78 % of the population visits the dumpsite on a weekly basis, with the majority residing within a 3-km radius. Almost half (44.5 %) reported monthly visits. Despite this, more than 90 % of locals are aware of the health dangers connected with poor waste management. 72 % of individuals believe that inadequate waste disposal causes to illness, with diarrhea being the most prevalent health concern. This study sheds light on the exposure, understanding, and perceptions of risks associated with solid waste management at the household level in Jigjiga, Ethiopia. The findings highlight the significance of improving solid waste management processes to mitigate the negative consequences on human health, the environment, and the economy.
本研究的目的是调查埃塞俄比亚吉吉加市家庭对固体废物管理相关风险的接触情况、了解程度和认知。吉吉加市目前正面临垃圾填埋场溢流和垃圾收集有限的问题，导致垃圾露天倾倒，并引发了诸如疾病传播等严重的健康问题。本研究的目的是更好地了解吉吉加市居民与废物管理系统的互动方式，以及他们对由此产生的健康和环境问题的认知。该研究采用多阶段抽样技术的横断面设计。选取了两个行政区，从中挑选了200个距离垃圾场远近不同的家庭。通过问卷调查收集有关人口统计学、接触情况、了解程度和风险认知的数据。利用描述性统计和二元逻辑回归进行分析。对埃塞俄比亚吉吉加市357户家庭的调查发现了固体废物管理方面令人担忧的趋势。78%的人口每周都会前往垃圾场，大多数人居住在半径3公里范围内。近一半（44.5%）的人报告每月前往一次。尽管如此，超过90%的当地人意识到与垃圾管理不善相关的健康危险。72%的人认为垃圾处理不当会导致疾病，腹泻是最普遍的健康问题。本研究揭示了埃塞俄比亚吉吉加市家庭层面与固体废物管理相关的接触情况、认知和风险感知。研究结果凸显了改善固体废物管理流程以减轻对人类健康、环境和经济的负面影响的重要性。
