Assessments Of Knowledge And Attitude Of Households Solid Waste Management Practices In Holeta Town, Oromia, Ethiopia

Abstract

Waste management poses a formidable challenge globally, particularly in rapidly urbanizing regions such as Holeta Town, Ethiopia. Despite legislative endeavors, persistent hurdles arise due to insufficient resources and infrastructure. This study aims to assess knowledge and attitudes of household solid waste management practices in Holeta Town. The study utilizes a cross-sectional design conducted March to April 2024, employing structured questionnaires translated into native 1languages for better comprehension. A sample size of 385 households was determined using a 95% confidence level and a 5% margin of error. Key findings from the study in Holeta town highlight a strong understanding among households regarding waste segregation (80%) and proper disposal techniques (93.7%). Positive attitudes towards waste management are evident, with significant support for community-led initiatives (88.9%) and personal responsibility for waste reduction (77%). However, challenges remain in adopting recycling habits (29%) and addressing improper disposal practices like littering (54.3%) and illegal dumping (88.3%), emphasizing the need for targeted educational and community engagement strategies. In conclusion the findings from Holeta town reveal commendable awareness and positive attitudes towards solid waste management practices .Therefore Education and Training Enhancement, Expand Recycling Infrastructure, encouraging community involvement, enforcing regulations more strictly, encouraging sustainable behaviors, and setting up systems for monitoring and assessment to track progress, assess effectiveness, and make data-driven improvements to sustainability initiatives