News Desk Report
The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) recently visited the Eco Brixs Buy-Back Center in Mbarara, Uganda, as part of their commitment to advancing ZeroWaste systems, GreenJobs, and inclusive community-led Waste Management. The visit aimed to assess the facility’s operations, identify areas for improvement, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
During the visit, GAYO assessed the facility’s material collection, sorting, storage, and workflow efficiency to understand performance gaps and opportunities for improvement in resource recovery and operational effectiveness.
They also engaged with the facility team and community actors to identify ways to strengthen CommunityEngagement, particularly around waste segregation at source and increased participation in recycling systems.
A key highlight of the visit was conducting a training needs assessment, identifying capacity gaps in areas such as waste handling, safety practices, and data management.
These insights will inform targeted interventions to strengthen both operational efficiency and long-term impact.
GAYO also explored opportunities for program development, including community awareness campaigns, waste collection drives, and training initiatives that promote behavior change and environmental responsibility.
The visit included a review of existing Monitoring And Evaluation systems to enhance data collection, reporting, and learning, ensuring that impact is measurable and scalable.
The visit reaffirms GAYO’s vision of building locally driven Circular Economy solutions that transform waste into opportunity while strengthening community resilience and livelihoods.
The organization identified pathways to strengthen Partnerships with local authorities, recyclers, and community organizations in Mbarara, reinforcing a more coordinated and inclusive approach to sustainable waste management.
This initiative is part of GAYO’s broader efforts to promote ZeroWaste systems, GreenJobs, and inclusive community-led Waste Management in Uganda and beyond.
Source: www.climatewatchonline.com
