{
  "id": 16045856,
  "title": "EPR Fees Must Follow Clothes To Kantamanto – Liz Ricketts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/epr-fees-must-follow-clothes-to-kantamanto-liz-ricketts",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-22T12:39:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
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    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/epr-fees-must-follow-clothes-to-kantamanto-liz-ricketts/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Liz Ricketts, co-founder and executive director of The OR Foundation Ghana, has called for globally accountable Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies on textile waste to support communities like Kantamanto. Speaking at the Freedom250 event in Accra, Ricketts highlighted the need for current EPR policies to better account for the impact on communities such as Kantamanto, which is one of the largest second-hand clothing markets in the world. Ricketts argued that EPR fees should travel with the clothes to the true end of life, where they can support end-of-life activities that demonstrate the policy's impact. The foundation aims to ensure EPR funds reach informal workers in the textile waste sector, despite biases against supporting this economy. Kantamanto should not only be a resale hub but also a global leader in textile circularity, investing in upcycling practices. Ricketts lamented the poor working conditions in Kantamanto, with limited sanitation facilities for over 26,000 workers, advocating for better workspaces and health considerations for those involved in textile waste management. The 5th annual Obroni Wawu (OWO) October Festival is set for October, featuring a fashion show, workshops, and performances, including a drip contest for upcycled outfits.",
  "summary": "Liz Ricketts Co-Founder and Executive Director of The OR Foundation Ghana, Liz Ricketts, has called for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies on textile waste to be made globally accountable Read More... The post EPR Fees Must Follow Clothes To Kantamanto – Liz Ricketts appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}