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Ghana’s PAC urges EPA to shut down petrol and gas stations in residential areas over safety concerns

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Ghana’s Parliament has called on the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to take decisive action against individuals and companies operating petrol and gas stations within residential communities. The Committee warned that these practices pose severe safety hazards and could have catastrophic consequences in the event of a fire or explosion. During a recent committee session, Acting Chair Samuel Atta Mills described the situation as both “alarming and unacceptable,” urging the EPA to strengthen enforcement and protect lives and property. “The dangers in siting petrol and gas stations within residential communities are real and deadly in times of emergencies. Such actions must not be entertained,” Atta Mills stated. He further called on the EPA to tighten its licensing procedures, noting that some operators exploit loopholes and allegedly […]

Ahmad November 1, 2025

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Agbogbloshie Residents Endure Extreme Heat and Toxic Air Amid Ghana’s Climate Push

As Ghana accelerates efforts to tackle climate change, national attention has largely focused on flood control and improved drainage systems. Yet, in Agbogbloshie—one of Accra’s most vulnerable and densely populated communities—residents are facing another silent but equally deadly threat: extreme urban heat compounded by toxic air pollution and overcrowded housing. Despite initiatives like the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project (GARID), which aim to enhance climate resilience in the capital, many argue that low-income neighborhoods like Agbogbloshie remain excluded from meaningful intervention. In Agbogbloshie, heat is not just an inconvenience—it’s a matter of survival. Narrow pathways, corrugated metal roofs, and poorly ventilated rooms trap unbearable temperatures, creating oven-like conditions that persist throughout the day and night. “My children have heat rashes every day. We pour water on the floor to cool the place, but it still feels like we’re […]

Ahmad October 29, 2025

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Ahafo

Unequal Climate Resilience: Odawna Residents Left Behind as Accra’s GARID Project Expands

As Ghana intensifies its efforts to combat climate change, the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development Project (GARID) is transforming parts of the capital with upgraded drainage systems, cleaner waterways, and better living conditions in flood-prone communities such as Nima, Alajo, and Akweteman. However, residents of Odawna, just a few kilometers away, say they have been overlooked. Recurrent floods and rising heatwaves continue to disrupt daily life there, exposing deep inequalities in the country’s climate resilience drive. GARID, supported by the World Bank and the Ministry of Works and Housing, was launched to protect vulnerable urban communities from flooding and climate-related shocks. In areas like Nima and Alajo, its impact is clear: new concrete drains, raised walkways, and improved waste management systems have reduced waterlogging and improved sanitation. Residents report safer neighborhoods and a visible decline in flood damage. In […]

Ahmad October 29, 2025

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Greater Accra

EPA Cracks Down on Open Waste Burning

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced plans to take legal action against individuals and businesses involved in the open burning of hazardous waste, particularly electronic waste (e-waste). The EPA’s CEO, Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse, emphasized that such practices pose serious environmental and health risks.Speaking at a meeting with the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council and local government authorities, she revealed that the EPA, in collaboration with the Attorney-General’s Office, has developed a prosecution guide to enforce penalties. The law prohibits open burning of hazardous waste and imposes fines of 2,500 penalty units for individuals and 10,000 for corporate offenders.Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Akweley Ocloo expressed support for the initiative, stressing the need for collaborative efforts to curb pollution and ensure a cleaner environment.

Edem 4Style March 13, 2025

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New E-Waste Collection Centre to Launch in Koforidua, Offering Financial Rewards for Scrap Dealers.

The E-waste Fund Administrator, Nana Afua Ababio, has announced that a new E-waste collection centre will open in Koforidua on October 15. The centre will offer financial incentives to scrap dealers and private sector participants who bring their electronic waste for recycling. The initiative, part of the E-waste Fund's mandate under Act 917, aims to promote proper waste management and reduce environmental pollution. The announcement was made during a stakeholder workshop organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and the EPA.

Edem 4Style October 8, 2024

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