Gov’t to provide industrial crushers to support informal waste recyclers
Government plans to provide industrial crushers to informal waste recyclers as part of efforts to strengthen recycling and create better economic opportunities for young people working at landfill sites.
A government initiative aims to provide industrial crushers to informal waste recyclers, bolstering recycling efforts and enhancing economic prospects for workers at landfill sites. Local Government Minister Mahama Ayariga unveiled the plan during a visit to waste sorting operations, where he witnessed young workers segregating plastics, metals, glass, and other materials from discarded waste.
Ayariga believes the equipment will enable workers to process materials more efficiently, improve packaging, and boost earnings. The crushers will be placed under the recyclers' care, who will decide on their usage and energy costs. Informal waste sorters play a vital role in recovering materials that would otherwise be discarded at landfills, such as plastics, metallic cans, glass bottles, and iron.
These materials are cleaned, bundled, and sold to recycling companies, allowing them to be reintroduced into the production chain. By investing in crushers for these workers, the government hopes to expand recycling and diminish the amount of waste destined for landfills.
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