Analysis of Mobile Phone e-Waste Management for Developing Countries: A Case of Uganda

Sansa-Otim, Julianne; Lutaaya, Philip; Kamya, Tom; Lubega, Stephen Mutaawe

doi:10.1007/978-3-642-41178-6_18

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“…The reviewed studies revealed the presence of natural radionuclides such as uranium and thorium in soil and water samples (117,120). Additionally, concerns were raised about potential exposure to electromagnetic radiations, including radiofrequency and microwaves, from sources such as mobile communication towers (53)(54)(55).…”

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“…With a desire for modern technology but limited affordability, Uganda becomes a destination for used electrical and electronic equipment from developed countries, resulting in the annual importation of a significant amounts of E-waste (53). The country's recycling infrastructure for managing E-waste is poor, leading to reliance on informal sectors that employ crude dismantling and artisanal recycling techniques (54)(55)(56). As a consequence, the soil, water, and air in Uganda are polluted with substances such as brominated flame retardants, non-dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins (PCDDs), polychlorinated dibenzofurans (PBDFs), and dioxin-like polychlorinated biphenyls (DL-PCBs) (31,36,39,42,57,58).…”

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“…Improper disposal practices further exacerbate the emerging pollutant issue in Uganda (23,50,55). Expired medications and electronic waste pose additional risks to the environment and human health (54,55). Indiscriminate disposal of pharmaceutical waste and inadequate protocols for drug disposal contribute to the potential contamination of water and soil.…”

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Emerging Pollutants in Uganda: A Systematic Review

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Emerging pollutants pose significant threats to Uganda's ecosystems and public health amidst rapid urbanization, industrial growth, and intensified agriculture. This systematic review comprehensively assessed these pollutants by analyzing existing Ugandan literature and research studies, revealing various types in different environmental compartments. These pollutants, including pharmaceuticals, personal care products, pesticides, industrial chemicals, heavy metals, radionuclides, biotoxins, disinfection byproducts, hydrocarbons, and microplastics, originate from urban, industrial, and agricultural regions. Wastewater and improper waste disposal are major contributors. From an initial search of 794 articles across multiple databases such as PubMed, African Journal Online (AJOL), Web of Science, Science Direct, and Google Scholar, 138 were found relevant. The review underscores potential ecological and health impacts, including antibiotic resistance, endocrine disruption, and carcinogenicity. Existing monitoring and regulation efforts are discussed, alongside the need for specific regulations, improved data collection, and public awareness campaigns. Recommendations include advanced wastewater treatment, sustainable agriculture, and source control measures. Emphasis is placed on further research to address knowledge gaps and develop effective policies and interventions. Uganda can mitigate these risks by implementing comprehensive monitoring, robust regulations, and sustainable practices, safeguarding the environment and public health.

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“…If the large amount of e-waste can turns into the new gadget, the practice of e-waste management systems become rational (Lu et al, 2015). Purchase pattern has strong correlation with e-waste management systems (Sansa-Otim et al, 2012). So, it can be hypothesized that: H2: Purchase pattern of cell phone has positive influences towards the e-waste management systems.…”

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Impact of event sponsorship in purchasing behavior of consumers: A Comparative Study in the Local Conglomerate Companies of Bangladesh

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Ullah,

Alam

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E-waste contains toxic materials which require a special treatment for avoiding environmental pollution and accumulation of harmful substances in human body. According to BTRC there are 173.357 million mobile phone subscribers up to February 2021 in Bangladesh. Among all ICT appliances mobile phone has shortest average lifespan of 2 years. Due to increasing availability of e-services in public and private sector, the use of computer and laptop and internet is growing hurriedly during covid-19. Although Bangladesh has policies and instructions to develop ICT, there are no proper instructions and guidelines for management of the waste of technology. If government doesn't take proper initiatives to control e-waste the toxic substances of these technological appliances spread over everywhere and pollute the environment, the development project of Digital Bangladesh turns into in development hazard. The aim of this paper was to identify the factors influencing towards the e-waste management system in Bangladesh. Through analyzing 250 questionnaires by SmartPLS software, we documented a positive relationship (p<0.05) between disposal behavior, purchase pattern of the cell phone and awareness with the e-waste management system and a negative relationship (p> 0.05) between price and e-waste management system in Bangladesh.

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“…Improper disposal practices further exacerbate Uganda's CoC issues [28,53,58]. The improper disposal of expired medications and electronic waste presents additional risks to the environment and human health [58,66]. The indiscriminate disposal of pharmaceutical waste and the lack of adequate protocols for drug disposal contribute to potential water and soil contamination.…”

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A Systematic Review of Contaminants of Concern in Uganda: Occurrence, Sources, Potential Risks, and Removal Strategies

Baguma,

Bamanya,

Gonzaga

et al. 2023

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Contaminants of concern (CoCs) pose significant threats to Uganda’s ecosystems and public health, particularly in the face of rapid urbanization, industrial expansion, and intensified agriculture. This systematic review comprehensively analyzed Uganda’s CoC landscape, addressing imminent challenges that endanger the country’s ecosystems and public health. CoCs, originating from urban, industrial, and agricultural activities, encompass a wide range of substances, including pharmaceuticals, personal care products, pesticides, industrial chemicals, heavy metals, radionuclides, biotoxins, disinfection byproducts, hydrocarbons, and microplastics. This review identified the major drivers of CoC dispersion, particularly wastewater and improper waste disposal practices. From an initial pool of 887 articles collected from reputable databases such as PubMed, African Journal Online (AJOL), Web of Science, Science Direct, and Google Scholar, 177 pertinent studies were extracted. The literature review pointed to the presence of 57 pharmaceutical residues and personal care products, along with 38 pesticide residues and 12 heavy metals, across various environmental matrices, such as wastewater, groundwater, seawater, rainwater, surface water, drinking water, and pharmaceutical effluents. CoC concentrations displayed significant levels exceeding established regulations, varying based on the specific locations, compounds, and matrices. This review underscores potential ecological and health consequences associated with CoCs, including antibiotic resistance, endocrine disruption, and carcinogenicity. Inefficiencies in traditional wastewater treatment methods, coupled with inadequate sanitation practices in certain areas, exacerbate the contamination of Uganda’s aquatic environments, intensifying environmental and health concerns. To address these challenges, advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) emerge as promising and efficient alternatives for CoC degradation and the prevention of environmental pollution. Notably, no prior studies have explored the management and mitigation of these contaminants through AOP application within various aqueous matrices in Uganda. This review emphasizes the necessity of specific regulations, improved data collection, and public awareness campaigns, offering recommendations for advanced wastewater treatment implementation, the adoption of sustainable agricultural practices, and the enforcement of source control measures. Furthermore, it highlights the significance of further research to bridge knowledge gaps and devise effective policies and interventions. Ultimately, this comprehensive analysis equips readers, policymakers, and regulators with vital knowledge for informed decision-making, policy development, and the protection of public health and the environment.

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Analysis of Mobile Phone e-Waste Management for Developing Countries: A Case of Uganda

Cited by 3 publications

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Emerging Pollutants in Uganda: A Systematic Review

Emerging Pollutants in Uganda: A Systematic Review

Impact of event sponsorship in purchasing behavior of consumers: A Comparative Study in the Local Conglomerate Companies of Bangladesh

A Systematic Review of Contaminants of Concern in Uganda: Occurrence, Sources, Potential Risks, and Removal Strategies

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