Ghana has commissioned a state-of-the-art Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant (IRECOP) and a Medical Waste Treatment Plant in Tamale, Ghana. The facility is capable of processing 600 tons of municipal solid waste daily on one shift and 1200 tons on two shifts.
The commissioning event, attended by top government officials, Parliamentary Select Committee on Environment and Sanitation, traditional rulers, and industry leaders, marked another milestone in the government’s agenda to transform Ghana’s sanitation landscape through strategic collaboration with the private sector.
The creation of the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s administration was a deliberate move to overhaul the sector. By setting up modern recycling and treatment plants across the country, the government aims to process daily waste into compost and other reusable materials, minimising environmental impact and turning waste into valuable resources.
Dagbon Traditional Leaders, including the Tolon Naa, expressed gratitude for both the government and the private sector for their leadership and commitment. The new facility is set to create over 2,000 direct and indirect jobs, providing much-needed employment to the local population. It will help manage 99% of all waste generated in the Northern Region, bringing significant environmental and economic benefits, including carbon credits for the country.
The Northern Regional Minister, Alhassan Shani Shaibu, expressed his excitement about the commissioning of the two plants, noting their significant impact on the region’s environmental health. The collaboration between the Jospong Group and the government aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
