Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a leading waste management company under the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), has reiterated its commitment to deepen its African expansion.

Given this, the Jospong Group, led by its Executive Chairman, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, paid a working visit to Mombasa, Kenya, where he held high-level discussions with the Governor of Mombasa County, Abdullswamad Sherrif Nassir.

The meeting, which took place on July 02, focused on building a strong partnership between Mombasa and Zoomlion Ghana Limited to enhance sustainable waste management in the region.

The partnership will, among other things, aim at tackling sanitation challenges while creating economic opportunities for local communities in Mombasa.

Dr. Agyepong stated, "Our mission is to turn Africa's sanitation challenges into engines of opportunity and growth. Africa is ready, and Mombasa is a key partner in this transformative agenda."

He stated that Zoomlion's expansion into Kenya is not just about growth, but "about sharing our experience, building local capacity, and supporting African-led development.

…Together, we can reimagine the future of waste management on the continent," he noted.

Governor Nassir welcomed the Jospong delegation and expressed strong interest in collaborating with Zoomlion and the Jospong Group, acknowledging its proven track record across the continent.

He stressed the need for practical solutions that can deliver immediate impact while laying the foundation for long-term environmental resilience.

The partnership between Mombasa and Zoomlion Ghana Limited is expected to drive economic growth, create jobs, and promote environmental sustainability in the region.

Meanwhile, Dr. Siaw Agyepong was warmly received by Kenya's Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Dr. Deborah Mlongo Barasa, at the Ministry's Nairobi headquarters.

This meeting was part of Zoomlion’s Africa Expansion Project, aimed at exploring innovative waste management solutions tailored to Kenya's needs.

Dr. Agyepong showcased Zoomlion’s extensive expertise in integrated waste management, highlighting the company’s impact in Ghana and other African countries, as well as its growing presence in Asia.

For his part, Dr Barasa expressed keen interest in our model, reaffirming the Ministry's commitment to partnerships that drive green growth and circular economy transitions.

She stressed the crucial role of private sector innovation in addressing Kenya's environmental challenges.

The meeting concluded with an agreement to convene a technical follow-up session with the Ministry and Kenya's National Environment Management Authority (NEMA).

The objective is to explore how the Jospong model can support Kenya's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework and broader environmental goals.

Key stakeholders from the Ministry, including Njoroge Mbitu, Deputy Director for Waste Management and Pollution Control, and Linah Meeme, Head of Legal Affairs, joined the meeting.

Jospong remains committed to providing scalable African solutions for the continent's environmental future.

Jospong Group through Zoomlion Ghana Limited has already advanced operations in other countries on the continent, successfully deploying scalable waste management systems, creating jobs, and promoting a circular economy.

With over 60 subsidiaries operating in diverse sectors, Jospong Group continues to champion African excellence through innovative, sustainable, and inclusive business models.