As urbanization continues to take root, the management of solid waste is becoming a major public health and environmental concern in urban areas. Protection, conservation and management of the environment and natural resources enable socio-economic development for the people of Benaadir region.
Key functions include:
- Supervision of waste management schemes, such as at landfill sites;
- Supervision of the transportation of waste to ensure that it takes place efficiently without contaminating air, land or water sources;
- Assistance with the development, promotion and implementation of new waste disposal schemes;
- Ensuring compliance with current legislation in the transportation, handling and disposal of waste;
- Consultations with residents, community groups, housing associations and traders’ associations about waste management issues, identify their requirements and provide appropriate solutions
- Establishment of a public complaints committee that deals with environmental and waste complaints
- Establishment and implementation of environmental policies that govern management of the environment