President John Dramani Mahama has revealed plans to ban the importation and local production of Styrofoam in Ghana commonly known as ‘Takeaway’ pack, highlighting its severe impact on the environment.
The announcement came on Thursday, June 5, during the launch of the 2025 National Tree Planting Exercise, an initiative aimed at restoring Ghana’s forest cover and addressing climate change.
Labeling Styrofoam as a major environmental threat, especially due to its widespread use in food packaging, President Mahama emphasized the urgent need to adopt eco-friendly alternatives.
He cautioned manufacturers and importers to brace for the upcoming policy, noting that the Ministry of Environment will soon initiate formal steps to implement the ban.
This move is part of the government’s broader strategy to encourage sustainable environmental practices and significantly reduce plastic waste nationwide.
