Transforming Waste Management in Senegal: Strategies for a Sustainable Future

Senegal faces a critical challenge in waste management, with 3.1 million tons of municipal solid waste (MSW) generated annually—45% of which remains uncollected. Addressing this issue requires a strategic, multi-divisional approach to waste minimization, collection, treatment, and sustainable disposal.

This book provides a comprehensive roadmap for improving Senegal’s waste management sector. It examines the current organizational structure, explores technical solutions, and outlines innovative strategies for closing collection gaps, optimizing transportation, establishing centralized treatment facilities, and integrating digital solutions. Additionally, it emphasizes awareness campaigns, funding mechanisms, and policy enhancements to drive long-term impact.

By offering data-driven insights and practical strategies, this guide supports policymakers, urban planners, and waste management professionals in making informed decisions to reduce landfill stress, promote circular economy practices, and pave the way for a cleaner, more sustainable Senegal.

Prof. Dr. Narra, a professor at the university of Rostock, leads numerous international projects focused on waste management, bioenergy and hybrid waste to energy solutions, particularly in Africa.  

Mr. Khalifa Ababacar SARR is the general manager at the Senegalese national waste management agency SONAGED and is a experienced waste management expert in the country Senegal.

Mr. Cheikh Mouhamed Fadel FALL is the director of circular economy development under the Senegalese national waste management agency SONAGED. Both of them have vast knowledge in the waste management within the country.