Rubbish in UKA Complex Overflows, Covering Half the Road

JAKARTA - A pile of rubbish at the temporary disposal site (TPS) in UKA Complex, Uka Street, RT 02/RW 08, Koja, North Jakarta, has overflowed, covering the road surface. Based on observations at the location on Wednesday afternoon (1/4/2026), the rubbish was seen scattered onto the street. Seven green rubbish carts, full and left piled up in the TPS area, were also visible on site. Several residents were observed disposing of rubbish there by throwing plastic bags full of waste from atop vehicles. Passing residents covered their noses, unable to tolerate the smell. Around the TPS, two yellow and white banners were posted on the wall. Meanwhile, the white banner read, “Attention to UKA Residents, the designated rubbish disposal time for UKA residents is every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Strictly prohibited to dispose of rubbish outside the specified schedule.” Lia (35), a local resident, said the rubbish was last collected on Monday (30/3/2026). “Yesterday was Monday when it was picked up, by Tuesday it was full again until today Wednesday. They said the truck was coming but it hasn’t arrived yet, it’s already a mess like this,” said Lia when met by Kompas.com on Wednesday. According to Lia, the rubbish pile-up is also triggered by outsiders dumping waste at the site, despite the prohibition. Complaints were also voiced by Ahmad (39), a passing motorist. He assessed that the rubbish mound was obstructing road access.