The purpose of the study was to determine the factors influencing effective solid waste management in Municipal Council of Mombasa. In order to improve the strategy for managing solid waste, a better understanding of both technological and managerial aspects is needed. While various reports, projects and policy documents on the subject of solid waste management are available, the factors affecting effective solid waste management tends to be overlooked. The study focused on technology, availability of financial resources, community participation and the policies affecting solid waste management by the Municipal Council of Mombasa. This study recommends the formulation of an efficient urban solid waste management with participation from the public, private and the community through an integrated solid waste management system.

N. Maloba holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Kenyatta University and Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi. Nelson has over 10 years working experience in various fields such as telecommunications, logistics, consulting and banking and is a certified Monitoring and Evaluation practitioner.