The Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources, led by Chairman John Oti Bless, recently visited the Integrated Recycling & Compost Plant Limited at Yabram, near Dambai in the Oti Region. This visit was part of the Committee's efforts to engage with sanitation and waste management facilities, examining initiatives to improve waste handling and recycling in Ghana. The Committee observed the plant's operations, assessing its role in addressing the country's sanitation challenges.
Committee Chairman John Oti Bless emphasized the need for stronger support for recycling initiatives and sustainable approaches to waste management. He called for collaboration among government agencies, local authorities, and stakeholders to address Ghana's sanitation challenges effectively. Mr. Oti Bless also urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to enforce sanitation by-laws more effectively, stressing that enforcement must complement investments in waste management infrastructure.
The Parliamentary Committee expressed satisfaction with the progress observed at the Yabram facility, acknowledging the crucial role of recycling and composting in reducing the volume of waste sent to landfill sites. This visit demonstrated the Committee's commitment to improving sanitation outcomes across Ghana. By engaging with facilities like the Integrated Recycling & Compost Plant Limited, the Committee aims to identify best practices and areas for improvement.
The Integrated Recycling & Compost Plant Limited at Yabram is a significant facility in the Oti Region, contributing to the country's waste management efforts. The Committee's visit highlighted the importance of sustained collaboration among government, MMDAs, private-sector operators, and communities to achieve lasting improvements in sanitation. This collaborative approach is essential for addressing Ghana's sanitation challenges.
During the visit, the Committee had the opportunity to interact with stakeholders and experts in the waste management sector. These interactions provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in Ghana's sanitation landscape. The Committee's engagement with various stakeholders will inform its recommendations for improving waste handling and recycling in the country.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources will continue to engage with sanitation and waste management facilities across Ghana. These visits will help identify effective strategies for addressing the country's sanitation challenges. By working together, the Committee and stakeholders can develop sustainable solutions to improve sanitation outcomes.
The Committee's assessment of the Yabram facility is part of a broader effort to enhance waste management in Ghana. The findings from this visit will contribute to the Committee's recommendations for improving sanitation and waste management in the country. Key stakeholders, including government agencies and MMDAs, will play a crucial role in implementing these recommendations.
Key points
- The Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation and Water Resources visited the Integrated Recycling & Compost Plant Limited in Yabram to assess its operations and identify best practices in waste management.
- Committee Chairman John Oti Bless emphasized the need for stronger support for recycling initiatives and effective enforcement of sanitation by-laws.
- The Committee's visit highlighted the importance of collaboration among stakeholders to achieve lasting improvements in sanitation outcomes across Ghana.
