Accessibility to WASH and waste management services in African urban informal settlements: A comparative analysis
Abdulhakim Wagini Hassan,
Danrong Zhang,
Muhammad Ibrahim
Abstract:The study investigates the existing scenario and spatial distribution pattern disparity of service distribution of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and waste management services (WMS) in urban informal settlements within the Zaria metropolis and generates recommendations for the policymakers for improvements. The study highlights challenges in urban settlements, including insufficient water, sanitation, and waste services, contributing to diseases like diarrhea and cholera. It stresses the importance of b… Show more
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