Recycling Participation Rate in Urban Waste Collection Efficiency Improvement Project in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire,

Urban waste management in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire has faced challenges with low recycling participation rates despite government efforts to improve collection efficiency. A structured survey was conducted among households in Abidjan, collecting data on socio-economic status, awareness about waste collection services, and willingness to recycle. Data analysis used descriptive statistics and chi-square tests for correlation studies. Recycling participation varied significantly by income level, with higher rates observed among lower-income households who were better informed about the recycling programme. The project's success in increasing collection efficiency did not necessarily translate to increased recycling participation due to socio-economic disparities. Future waste management initiatives should focus on targeted education campaigns for low-income communities to enhance recycling rates and overall sustainability.