Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly seeks €6 million for new landfill site amid waste crisis
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) is seeking €6 million to construct a new engineered landfill site.
In Brief
- •The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) is seeking €6 million to construct a new engineered landfill site.
- •Kumasi generates over 2,500 tonnes of waste daily, with the existing landfill site scheduled for closure in 2019.
- •The assembly bears the burden of waste from 14 assemblies and areas outside Kumasi, with no financial contributions from those areas.
- •The situation has led to operational challenges, including vehicle breakdowns during the rainy season.
- •The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has shown interest in addressing the sanitation problem.
Why It Matters
The growing waste crisis in Kumasi highlights the strain on local governance and public health. A new landfill site is crucial for environmental and public health reasons. The financial burden on the KMA underscores the need for regional cooperation and support in addressing sanitation challenges. This situation could set a precedent for other cities facing similar issues.
Key Details
- Funding Required
- €6 million
- Daily Waste Generated
- 2,500 tonnes
- Existing Landfill Closure Date
- 2019
- Number of Assemblies Sharing the Landfill
- 14
Context & Background
The existing landfill site in Kumasi was scheduled for closure in 2019 due to environmental concerns. The absence of an alternative disposal site has led to continued use, creating significant operational challenges.
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