The flows of plastics and its future on Zanzibar : A Minor Field Study

Abstract: The aim of this project is to investigate the current situation of plastics waste management on the island Zanzibar in Tanzania. To investigate this, a field study was carried out during two months on site on Zanzibar. The field studies consisted of practical experiences, interviews and gathered impressions to get an overview. These methods were complemented by researched parameters, estimations, and calculations, which summarised yielded the results. The results were presented regarding the overall waste management system, flows of plastics, and challenges. The results led to a discussion where possible improvements were presented. The study concluded that the current situation for waste management is unsustainable, but the possibilities for improvements and a sustainable future are many.