A Member of Parliament wants a new authority to handle waste management in Ghana. Yaw Frimpong Addo, who leads the Environment Committee, believes this is a missing piece in how the country deals with garbage.
He stated that Ghana lacks a specific body to oversee and regulate waste management across the nation. This, he said, is a deficiency that needs immediate attention.
Mr. Addo believes creating a National Sanitation Authority will help Ghana improve its waste management systems. He expects this will lead to cleaner communities and better environmental health.
The call highlights concerns about the current state of waste disposal and recycling efforts. A dedicated authority could bring better planning and enforcement.
This proposed authority would likely set standards and ensure compliance from all stakeholders involved in waste handling.
Such a body could also explore new technologies and methods for dealing with the country's growing waste problem.
The suggestion comes after discussions about environmental challenges facing Ghana.
Establishing this authority is seen as crucial for a sustainable future and public health.