The President of the Borla Taxi and Tricycle Association (BTTA), Johnbusco Avom Aduko, has urged the government to deepen private sector partnerships in waste management, warning that the collapse of several transfer stations has worsened the crisis.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, he noted that operational challenges, including fuel and electricity costs, have forced the shutdown of key facilities.
“The one being operated by Zoomlion is expensive. So at least if there is government support, we can look at subsidies,” he said.
He disclosed that transfer stations at Achimota, Mallam, Teshie and Pantang have all ceased operations due to cost pressures.
“Even the sites we were using, Achimota, Mallam, Teshie and Pantang, have all shut down due to the cost of operation, fuel, electricity and others,” he explained.
Mr. Aduko further argued that the situation highlights the need for investment and innovation in waste management, including recycling and composting.
“It is not all refuse that is waste. Waste is wealth. If government allows private partnerships, we can recycle, reuse, reform and generate revenue for the country,” he said.
He added that organic waste alone makes up a large portion of Ghana’s refuse stream and could be converted into useful products if properly managed.
“Composting, especially organic waste, is about 60%. We can get fertilisers from it for farming, remove plastics, papers and other materials. But because there is no investment in this, we end up dumping all waste collected,” he stated.
Source: Gertrude Otchere
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