Dissertation (MA Public Administration)This Study assessed the contribution of local government authorities in the provision of education on solid waste management. Viwandani ward and Majengo ward of Dodoma Municipal Council were taken as a Case Study. The objectives of the study were: to determine the contribution of Dodoma Municipal Council in the provision of education on solid waste management, to examine the means used by the Dodoma Municipal Council in educating the public on solid waste management, to identify challenges facing Dodoma Municipal Council in providing education on solid waste management, and to identify measures used by Dodoma Municipal Council to address challenges in provision of education on solid waste management. The total sample size was 115 respondents. The study used primary and secondary data which were collected through questionnaire, interview and documentary review. In general, the study found that the contribution of Dodoma Municipal Council in the provision of education on solid waste management is moderate. The study found a number of shortfall including; lack of disposal equipment, poor disposal method, lack of awareness of laws and policies on solid waste management, the careless behavior of the household members is another major challenge for controlling solid waste at the household level, cost sharing revealed as a challenge hindering households to facilitate the collection of the solid waste in their area. Despite of the challenges, this study recommends that education and awareness campaigns on solid waste management need to be intensified and promoted at all levels of actors in the SWM system. Solid waste management training aids, solid waste management experts, regular training schedule and enough budgets; is better to be adhered to enhance the provision of education on solid waste management. Moreover corporate spirit among all SWM Stake holders is Vital.