The Waves of Change Project`s main objective is to reduce plastic pollution through preventive measures especially towards the Indian Ocean. This is likely to be achieved through small scale initiatives (waves) involving the informal waste managers within Mombasa County as well as influencing change in the governance through policy influence as far as waste management is concerned by the County Government of Mombasa.

The project specific targets and indicators include:

• Diversified livelihoods and increased incomes among the women, men and youth by creating or enhancing profitable enterprises and sustainable jobs in recycling and waste management. 

1. 3,800 small businesses created or strengthened, of which at least 1,900 are in waste management and recycling, and 1,900 with environmental diploma (Green & Clean)
2. 4,940 jobs created.
3. 5 tonnes of plastic debris picked up from the sea by fishermen, and sold to HiH’s trained contractors.

• Increased awareness and practices on waste minimization, separation, reuse, recycling and environmentally sound waste disposal in Mombasa County, Kenya.

1. Increased awareness among 21,868 locals and tourists about the consequences of littering and knowledge about how it can be prevented.
2. 50,000 tonnes of debris from illegal landfills, beaches and coastal areas.
3. 1 mapping of the landfill route from land to water, with accompanying action plans for local authorities.
4. 6 recycling stations set up in the project areas.

• Enhanced capacity of solid waste management structures in communities to sustainably promote waste management efforts.

1. Four global workshops with participants from academic institutions, companies, authorities, civil society and the environmental sector.
2. A replicable model for inclusive management of garbage in coastal areas is documented and distributed.
3. Waves of Change and its effects have been widely communicated to target groups in Sweden, Kenya and India.