Chaiwe Mushauko, CEO and Founder of CaDev, provides an insightful overview of the transformation of the solid waste management system at Chilenje Market.

She reflects on the significant improvements made since the project began—from limited waste handling infrastructure to the establishment of a fully rehabilitated waste bay, a structured waste sorting and storage system, and strategically placed waste separation bins that now support daily market operations.

Chaiwe emphasizes that this progress was made possible through strong collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Lusaka City Council, ICLEI Africa, the market leadership, and the traders themselves. Their commitment and partnership were instrumental in delivering a cleaner, safer, and more efficient market environment.

Importantly, she expresses her hope that the success of this initiative will inspire other markets across Lusaka and beyond to replicate and build upon these systems, reinforcing a citywide movement towards cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable trading spaces.