Title: “The fight against the proliferation of plastic waste in Kousséri: when ecology meets innovation”
Introduction :
The problem of plastic waste has become a major issue on a global scale. In the north of Cameroon, in Kousséri, a collective of local NGOs took the lead in fighting against the proliferation of waste and proposing an innovative solution: the transformation of plastic waste into ecological paving stones. In this article, we take you to discover this local initiative which combines ecology, innovation and community involvement.
The situation in Kousséri:
Kousséri, the main town of Logone-et-Chari, is facing a serious plastic waste management problem. In the absence of a garbage collection company, the city finds itself overwhelmed by waste which accumulates in the streets, gutters and ground. This situation creates numerous environmental problems, but also health risks for the population.
The solution: collection and transformation of plastic waste into ecological paving stones:
To deal with this scourge, a collective of three NGOs have set up a system for collecting and processing plastic waste. Every day, members of these NGOs walk the streets of Kousséri looking for soft drink bottles and plastic packaging, which they collect and bring back to an ecological paving stone manufacturing unit.
The transformation process is meticulous: plastic waste is sorted, weighed and transformed into ecological paving stones. These pavers are then used to construct sidewalks, roads, and other public structures. This solution has many advantages, both environmentally and economically.
The benefits of this initiative:
The fight against the proliferation of plastic waste in Kousséri offers multiple benefits. First of all, it significantly reduces the quantity of plastic waste present in nature, thus contributing to the preservation of the environment. In addition, the transformation of waste into ecological paving stones offers employment opportunities for members of the NGOs involved.
Finally, the use of these ecological pavers in construction makes it possible to create durable, resistant and environmentally friendly infrastructures. In this way, the fight against plastic waste contributes to improving the quality of life of the Kousséri community.
Towards an expansion of the initiative:
Faced with the success of this initiative, the NGO collective plans to extend its activity throughout the Logone-et-Chari department, or even beyond the Cameroonian borders in collaboration with Chad. This expansion would continue the fight against plastic waste and further promote the use of ecological pavers.
Conclusion :
The fight against the proliferation of plastic waste in Kousséri is an inspiring example of community involvement, innovation and ecology. Thanks to the collection and transformation of waste into ecological paving stones, the city of Kousséri faces this scourge while creating economic opportunities and improving the local environment. A promising initiative that deserves to be supported and replicated in other regions facing the problem of plastic waste.