Building a Sustainable Zambia, One Pickup at a Time
EcoWaste is a digital platform connecting Zambian households and businesses with eco-friendly waste collection, recycling services, and food waste composting—creating jobs, reducing emissions, and supporting local agriculture.
Our Mission
To provide accessible, affordable, and sustainable waste management solutions for all Zambians while creating green jobs, reducing carbon emissions, and transforming waste into valuable resources that support local agriculture and economic development.
Our Vision
A Zambia where zero waste ends up in landfills, every community has access to professional waste collection, and organic waste is transformed into compost and biogas—powering a circular economy that benefits both people and the planet.
The Challenge We're Addressing
Zambia's growing waste crisis demands innovative solutions
Inadequate Collection
Many Lusaka neighborhoods lack reliable waste collection services, leading to illegal dumping and public health risks.
Climate Impact
Landfills produce methane emissions 25x more potent than CO₂. Food waste decomposition accelerates climate change.
Missed Opportunities
Valuable recyclables and organic matter that could create jobs and improve soil health are lost to landfills.
The EcoWaste Difference
Technology-driven, people-centered, planet-focused
Digital Platform
Easy online scheduling, mobile money payments (MTN/Airtel), and real-time tracking make waste management convenient for everyone.
Job Creation
We employ local waste collection workers, composting operators, and drivers—creating sustainable livelihoods in the green economy.
Circular Economy
Food waste becomes compost for farmers. Recyclables support local processors. Nothing goes to waste.
Measurable Impact
Track your environmental contribution: CO₂ reduction, trees saved, water conserved, and waste diverted from landfills.
Meet Our Team
Passionate Zambians committed to environmental sustainability
Euphemia Chikungulu
Founder & CEO
Environmental science graduate with a passion for sustainable development and circular economy solutions.
Operations Manager
Logistics & Collections
Expert in waste management logistics with 5+ years experience coordinating collection routes and worker teams.
Composting Manager
Food Waste Processing
Agricultural specialist managing the composting facility and partnerships with Zambian farmers.
How We Measure Impact
Transparent, science-based environmental calculations
CO₂ Reduction
Formula: 1.5 kg CO₂ avoided per kg of waste diverted from landfills
Methodology: Based on IPCC guidelines for methane emissions from landfills and carbon sequestration through recycling
Trees Saved
Formula: 1 tree saved per 25 kg of paper/cardboard recycled
Methodology: Average mature tree absorbs 21 kg CO₂ annually; recycling reduces deforestation for paper production
Water Conservation
Formula: 5 liters saved per kg of plastic recycled
Methodology: Water saved in manufacturing recycled vs. virgin plastic materials
Economic Impact
Jobs Created: 1 job per 5 tons of waste processed monthly
Revenue to Workers: ZMW 30-50 per pickup + bonuses for performance