Assessment of the Environmental Security in the Refugees Camps in Tanzania:

Abstract

This study assessed the Environmental Security in the Refugees Camps in Tanzania: A Case of Nyarugusu Camp in Kigoma Region the study sought the critical issues of inadequate waste management and its subsequent effects on environmental pollution and human health. The research aimed to comprehensively evaluate waste management practices in the camp, highlighting their environmental impacts, employing a mixed-methods approach; The findings revealed that while access to clean water and sanitation facilities was generally inadequate, there is a pressing need for better maintenance and expansion of these facilities. The research also illuminated significant environmental issues such as deforestation, land degradation, and biodiversity loss, underscoring the urgent need for effective land management and environmental conservation. Moreover, the study found a generally positive perception of waste management practices within the camp, although it identified key areas for improvement and expansion. Conclusively, the research advocates for enhanced water and sanitation infrastructure, the implementation of sustainable land management, the optimization of waste management systems, and the promotion of environmental education and community engagement. The study concludes with recommendations for future research to explore the long-term effects of improved environmental practices and to investigate socio-economic factors influencing waste management in refugee camps. This future research is essential for developing more effective environmental management strategies in similar humanitarian settings