Key Points:

- New waste-sorting system implemented by AMA to address poor waste disposal.

- Residents are encouraged to separate waste into wet and dry categories.

- Efforts aimed at preventing clogged drains and reducing flooding risks.

- Youth engaged in cleanup exercises across the metropolis.

- AMA reviewing bylaws for effective enforcement of the initiative.

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced the launch of a new waste-sorting system aimed at addressing the growing challenge of poor waste disposal in the city.

Ben Smith Afful, the Project Lead for the Youth Climate Action Campaign of the AMA, explained the urgent need for residents to separate waste into wet and dry categories.

He said this initiative is essential for maintaining clear gutters and reducing the risk of flooding during heavy rains, particularly with the onset of the rains.

Under the second phase of the Youth Climate Action initiative, the AMA is intensifying its efforts to promote effective waste management.

The increase in plastic and liquid waste disposal has created significant challenges in urban environments, with clogged drains contributing to flooding.

By implementing this waste segregation system, the AMA aims to provide a climate-conscious solution that can mitigate these issues.

In an interview with JoyNews, Ben Afful indicated that the AMA is currently reviewing its existing bylaws to ensure that the new waste-sorting initiative is enforced effectively.

“It’s time for every resident to take responsibility for their waste,” Afful said, emphasising the importance of this initiative for communities.

In addition to the waste-sorting system, the AMA said it plans to engage the youth in cleanup exercises already underway. This initiative will focus on clearing clogged drains and collecting waste throughout various markets in the metropolis, showcasing a collaborative effort to improve the city’s sanitation conditions.