E-Waste Management Strategies for a Sustainable West Africa

This report delves into the critical issue of e-waste management in West Africa, highlighting the environmental and health challenges posed by improper disposal of electronic waste. It examines the importance of addressing this issue, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices to mitigate the adverse effects of e-waste on human health and the ecosystem. The report explores various aspects, including the generation of e-waste, the role of recycling, the impact of policy, and the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling electronic components. It also addresses the economic challenges associated with waste management, specifically focusing on the need for proper collection, dismantling, and recycling processes to minimize environmental damage and promote a circular economy. The report concludes by emphasizing the need for comprehensive strategies and policies to improve e-waste management and promote a sustainable environment in West Africa, including the involvement of youth in workshops for proper waste disposal and the use of recyclability data to draft effective policies.