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- Elijah Betunga, the coordinator for the National Slum Dwellers Federation in the Kabale region, emphasized that poor garbage management poses serious risks to public health, potentially leading to disease outbreaks.
KABALE: In an effort to combat climate change, the National Slum Dwellers Federation of Uganda have conducted a town-wide cleanup in Kabale District, focusing on proper garbage management.
Elijah Betunga, the coordinator for the National Slum Dwellers Federation in the Kabale region, emphasized that poor garbage management poses serious risks to public health, potentially leading to disease outbreaks.
He also highlighted the environmental impact, noting that improper disposal of plastics can damage the land, which is vital for agriculture.
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Dianah Koheirwe, the data coordinator for the Kabale region in the National Slum Dwellers Federation of Uganda, pointed out that if garbage is properly treated, it can be valuable.
She mentioned that recycling plastic waste and using organic waste for manure are effective ways to repurpose garbage.
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