Parliamentary Committee Commends Volta Region for Cleanliness, Calls for Infrastructure Support
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Water and Sanitation visited the Ho Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant (IRECOP) in the Volta Region, describing it as the cleanest region among those visited.
In Brief
- •The Parliamentary Select Committee on Water and Sanitation visited the Ho Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant (IRECOP) in the Volta Region, describing it as the cleanest region among those visited.
- •The Committee identified infrastructure gaps, including poor road networks and a lack of transfer stations, as challenges affecting waste management.
- •The Committee called for government support to improve access to waste management facilities and promote the use of locally produced materials.
- •The Committee expressed support for the proposed National Sanitation Authority Bill to strengthen sanitation management in the country.
Why It Matters
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Water and Sanitation's visit to the Ho Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant highlights the need for improved infrastructure and support for waste management in Ghana. The region's cleanliness is commendable, but challenges such as poor road networks and a lack of transfer stations hinder efficient waste management. The Committee's call for government support and the establishment of a National Sanitation Authority Bill underscores the importance of addressing these issues to promote sustainable waste management and improve public health.
Key Details
- Region Commended
- Volta Region
- Facility Visited
- Ho Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant (IRECOP)
- Challenges Identified
- Poor road network, lack of transfer stations
- Committee Chairman
- John Oti Bless
- Committee's Support
- National Sanitation Authority Bill
Context & Background
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Water and Sanitation is responsible for overseeing the state of sanitation and waste management infrastructure across Ghana. The Committee's monitoring exercise aims to assess the challenges facing the sector and engage stakeholders to find solutions.
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