Collection and sorting guidance
Household collection
Use the assigned green 240-litre wheelie bin for ordinary household waste and follow the municipal collection day.
Recycling and reuse
In covered areas, place clean and dry plastic, cans, paper and glass in the clear recycling bag beside the wheelie bin.
Food and garden waste
Orange skips are for garden refuse and building rubble, not ordinary household waste.
Special waste
Electronics, batteries, oils, chemicals, medicines, tyres and other special waste need an authorised municipal or specialist route.
Bin and bag colours
Use the labels and instructions supplied by the local service. The colours below apply only within the scope stated for each stream.
Clear bag — Recyclables
Clean and dry plastic, cans, paper and glass
Clear-bag collection areas identified by the City of WindhoekGreen — Household residual waste
Ordinary household waste
Assigned municipal 240-litre wheelie binOrange skip — Garden refuse and building rubble
Garden refuse and building rubble only
Designated municipal skips; household waste is excludedBefore you dispose of an item
- Check the official source for the exact address and collection day.
- Confirm accepted materials, opening hours and access conditions before travelling.
- Keep batteries, electronics, chemicals and medicines out of ordinary household waste.