Lack of Proper Commercial and Domestic Waste Practices in Montserrado County 'Monrovia, Liberia'

Improper waste management practices are a global concern that is impacting the environment, health, and living conditions of households. The practices of corporations and households result in challenges that become evident due to inadequate waste management systems (David, Wenchaoa, Johna & Mmerekib, 2019). The considerations of the people regarding solid waste management can be elevated through spreading awareness of waste management. The awareness levels of the people reflect the practices of waste management that prevail within society. The development of a sustainable infrastructure that includes machinery and systems to correct waste management practices is integral for society. The research focuses on evaluating the lack of proper commercial and domestic waste practices in Montserrado County, Monrovia, Liberia. The method used for this research quantitative method. A structured close-ended questionnaire has been used for conducting a survey analyzing the awareness and practices of the people of Montserrado County. Four hundred respondents' replies were analyzed to better understand people's waste management awareness and habits. The results reflect that people lack awareness of waste management and this reflects in their practices. The religion of the people is a depiction of their lifestyle and household standards.