960 million dirty diapers are a big waste problem – what can be done with them

James Wright, University of Southampton; Lorna-Grace Okotto, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology , and Mawuli Dzodzomenyo, University of Ghana The use of disposable diapers (nappies) is growing in African countries. The disposable diaper undoubtedly makes it easier for many parents to work or spend time on other things, including their