The government of Ghana has announced plans to construct new landfill sites in the Greater Accra and Eastern regions. This move aims to address the growing volume of waste being generated across the country. Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, stated that the expansion of waste-management infrastructure had become necessary due to the increasing pressure on existing facilities.
The Kpone landfill site, which is currently in use, has reached its capacity and plans are underway to decommission the facility. According to Minister Ayariga, "The Kpone landfill site, as you can see, is full. So we’re in the process of planning its decommissioning." The government is seeking to accommodate the waste being generated in the area by constructing new landfill sites.
The shortage of available engineered landfill facilities in some parts of the country has led to the transportation of waste from Agbogbloshie to another landfill site. Minister Ayariga explained that this was one of the factors behind the decision. The government is now exploring alternative waste-management technologies, including incineration and waste-to-energy systems.
Minister Ayariga revealed that the government is engaging stakeholders on how to adopt new waste-management technologies as part of Ghana’s long-term waste-management strategy. He stated that discussions are ongoing, and the government is considering ways to convert waste into useful resources, including energy.
The government’s broader approach seeks to move away from relying solely on landfill disposal. Minister Ayariga emphasized that new ideas, such as incineration and the conversion of waste to energy, are being explored. This approach aims to reduce the country's reliance on landfill sites and promote sustainable waste management.
According to TV3 Ghana, the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs made these remarks on Eyewitness News on Monday, September 29, 2026. The article was published on September 29, 2026, at 09:46 GMT and updated at 09:52 GMT.
The construction of new landfill sites in the Greater Accra and Eastern regions is part of the government's efforts to improve waste management in Ghana. The project aims to address the increasing volume of waste being generated across the country and promote sustainable waste-management practices.
Key points
- The government of Ghana plans to construct new landfill sites in the Greater Accra and Eastern regions to address the increasing volume of waste being generated.
- The Kpone landfill site has reached capacity and is set to be decommissioned.
- The government is exploring alternative waste-management technologies, including incineration and waste-to-energy systems.
