Cairo Waste Recyclers Face Economic Pressure Despite Rising Material Demand
· World · Al Jazeera, Business Standard
The Zabaleen community in Cairo, responsible for sorting the Egyptian capital's waste, is experiencing a surge in demand for recycled materials as regional conflict disrupts imports. Despite this increased market value, traditional recyclers are struggling due to rising operational costs and the emergence of new competitors in the sector. The Zabaleen have historically served as the primary waste management network for Cairo. The report does not specify the exact nature of the new competition or the specific cost increases affecting the collectors.
Why it matters
The economic strain on the Zabaleen threatens the livelihoods of traditional waste collectors in Cairo who are unable to capitalise on the rising value of recycled goods.
Read the original report — Al Jazeera
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