These field notes present the findings of a focused research project
into the 'actual processes of change in low-income countries' carried
out as a part of the Knowledge and Research Programme (KAR) of the
Department for International Development (DFID), UK. The project (R7143)
aims to build capacities of government and non-government organisations
in primary collection of solid waste. These field notes are written for
organisations and individuals who in one way or another support the
development of solid waste systems in low-income countries.