Plastic Waste

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Plastic waste crisis sabotages environment and economic activities in Congo

Residents in eastern Congo face frequent power cuts due to plastic waste clogging the Ruzizi hydroelectric dam, which disrupts local businesses. The dam, located on Lake Kivu, is choked by plastic bottles and items dumped into the lake. Efforts are underway to introduce waste management solutions.