July 2025

Perceived health risk associated with living in close proximity to waste disposal site: The case of Dompoase landfill, Kumasi

Many countries in Africa have poor solid waste management systems, which pose health risks to people living in close proximity. This study aimed to map the boundaries of the Dompoase landfill site in Kumasi, conduct proximity analysis using a geographic information system (GIS), and investigate perceived health risks associated with living nearby. A total of 400 questionnaires were randomly administered to residents of...

Author(s): Frank O. Tandoh, Alhassan Sulemana, Kwadwo A. Boateng, Phyllis A. Ofori, Daniel O. Appiah and Sandra Gyimah