DAR ES SALAAM, July 6 -- FOR many years, organic waste was widely regarded as a nuisance, clogging drains, filling dumpsites and polluting the environment.

Today, however, the growing adoption of the Zero Waste approach is transforming that perception, with communities converting organic waste into compost that is improving agricultural productivity, enhancing food security and creating economic opportunities.

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A visit by daily news reporter to some of the beneficiaries of compost produced from organic waste revealed inspiring stories of how what was once discarded as rubbish has become a valuable resource. Ms Amina Thobias, a resident of Bonyokwa in Dar es Salaam, sai...