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ABSTRACT In Malawi, Lake Malawi is one of the most important tourist attractions in Malawi. However, waste dumping in the lake is reducing the number of tourist visits. The aim of this study was to research what is currently happening in and around Lake Malawi due to waste dumping, what the local inhabitants are saying about this issue, and their recommendations for improving the condition of the lake. This paper reviews the challenges and dangers that occur due to waste dumping globally and how individuals, water species and even the water itself are affected. A sample of 48 inhabitants of Lake Malawi were surveyed to ascertain the current waste-related circumstances of the lake, and their recommendations for improvement. The article recommends that people who are staying near the lake must urgently stop dumping waste into the lake, and policies must be implemented to stop any further waste dumping behaviours from happening.