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Corpnation Foundation partners GPRTU to tackle plastic waste at lorry stations
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In a major initiative to combat the growing issue of plastic waste, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (G.P.R.T.U.) has partnered with CorpNation Foundation to launch the 4R+ Project.
The project will target ten major lorry stations in Takoradi, including the Accra, STC, Cape Coast, and Tarkwa stations. This initiative follows CorpNation’s successful waste management programmes across the Western Region, which have already recovered over 9 tonnes of plastic waste, resulting in significant environmental benefits, such as a reduction of 26 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
The project launch, held on September 19, at the Tarkwa station in Takoradi, was chaired by Dr. Emmanuel Atta from Takoradi Technical University. He emphasized the project’s goal to curb indiscriminate waste disposal at lorry stations, in commercial vehicles, and along travel routes, with a particular focus on plastic waste.
CorpNation’s Programmes Director, Mr. Anthony Botwe, outlined the scope of the project, which aims to cover 100 long buses, 1,000 mini buses and taxis, and over 50 towns and cities, including Accra, Kumasi, Tamale, and even Abidjan.
He highlighted the severe environmental and health impacts of plastic waste, including its contribution to flooding, climate change, and harm to human health and aquatic life.
Representatives from each of the ten stations were presented with bins and sacks to facilitate waste segregation and collection, along with banners and stickers to raise awareness among drivers and passengers about the importance of tackling plastic waste.
The project also received support from local authorities and environmental agencies, including the EPA and the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly.
G.P.R.T.U. Chairman, Mr. Solomon Brenin, called on stakeholders for continued support, while CorpNation’s Executive Director, Mrs. Dorothy Okwaisie Adzika, was commended for her leadership in promoting environmental sustainability.
President John Dramani Mahama today cut the sod for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market in Juapong, North Tongu District, marking the commencement of a transformative project aimed at boosting local commerce, creating sustainable jobs, and driving economic growth in the Volta Region.
The sod-cutting ceremony formed part of the President’s two-day ‘Resetting Ghana Tour’ of the Volta Region.
Addressing residents and stakeholders, President Mahama described the proposed facility as a modern economic centre designed to empower farmers, traders, entrepreneurs, and small businesses.
He noted that beyond serving as a marketplace, the project will provide critical infrastructure for storage, processing, packaging, distribution, digital commerce, and access to financial services.
The President reaffirmed Government’s commitment to accelerating development across the Volta Region through strategic investments in roads, healthcare, education, agriculture, transport, markets, and agro-industrial initiatives.
He highlighted Juapong’s strategic location and economic potential, indicating that the town is well-positioned to emerge as a key commercial and industrial destination within the region.
As part of the flagship 24-Hour Economy programme, the Juapong Model Market will be among the largest facilities under the initiative.
The project has been designated as a Category Four Market, the highest classification within the programme, reflecting its significance to the region’s economic transformation.
Broadcast journalist and aspiring National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Gomoa West, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, has pledged to embark on major infrastructure development if elected to represent the constituency in Parliament.
Speaking on Onua TV platform, Captain Smart said his priority would be to transform Gomoa West through extensive development projects.
“I will turn the constituency into a construction site,” he declared, stressing his commitment to improving infrastructure across the area.
Although much of his remarks focused on rallying supporters in local languages, he repeatedly assured residents that they would witness significant development under his leadership.
Captain Smart also urged party supporters to remain united and actively participate in the party’s internal activities ahead of the parliamentary primaries.
He expressed confidence in his bid and promised to work hard to improve the lives of people in Gomoa West if given the opportunity to serve as their parliamentary candidate.
By: Jacob Aggrey
