Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority says emerging evidence of plastic particles in human bodies, including in women's placentas, supports the planned ban on single-use polystyrene food containers from January 1, 2027, as part of the National Plastic Management Policy to reduce pollution and protect public health.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Environmental Protection Authority will ramp up public education and stakeholder engagement before its planned ban on single-use styrofoam food packaging takes effect on January 1, 2027, aiming to achieve voluntary compliance during the transition to environmentally friendly alternatives.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Open waste burning was Ghana's second leading cause of death in 2023, accounting for more than 32,000 deaths, with household pollution from solid fuels and waste responsible for about two-thirds of those deaths, according to the 2025 State of Global Air report. The report found that in Adentan Municipality, about one-third of households with waste collection access still burn excess waste, contributing to persistent coughs and worsening asthma in children.
31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Gender Minister says human traffickers are increasingly using online platforms, fake job ads, and social media to lure vulnerable Ghanaians with false promises of employment and overseas migration. She called for coordinated action by parents, communities, media, and all citizens to combat the shift from traditional to digital trafficking methods.
31 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →