Vice President Dr. Mahamoud Bawumia recently inaugurated a state-of-the-art medical waste treatment facility in Kperisi, near Wa.
This facility represents a significant advancement in the region’s waste management infrastructure, equipped with cutting-edge capabilities.
Accompanied by a delegation that included notable figures such as Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul, Minister of Chieftaincy Affairs Stephen Asamoah Boateng, and Former Secretary of the NPP Kwabena Agyapong, Dr. Bawumia highlighted the crucial role of this facility in ensuring the safe and efficient disposal of medical waste.
The event also featured the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, who praised the collaborative efforts between the government and the Jospong Group in revolutionizing Ghana’s waste management sector. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s vision has led to the completion of 10 Integrated Recycling and Compost Plants (IRECOPs) and seven Medical Waste Plants across the country.
The General Manager of Medical Waste Limited, Ing. Senam Tengey, provided insights into the advanced treatment processes employed at the plant, emphasizing the use of modern mechanisms and a digital platform for waste pickups to ensure timely and efficient services. The facility is also expected to create job opportunities and foster development in the Upper West Region.
The West Africa Area Sales Manager of Ecosteryl, Ms. Sophie Malu, commended Zoomlion for their commitment to a healthier and sustainable future, emphasizing the importance of collective responsibility in environmental protection. The Upper West Regional Minister, Mr. Stephen Yakubu, expressed gratitude for the continuous efforts to improve the lives of Ghanaians, highlighting the facility’s potential for eco-tourism and job creation.
