Central Region chiefs back planned styrofoam ban

Four prominent traditional leaders from the Central Region have endorsed the Environmental Protection Authority’s (EPA) planned ban on Styrofoam and polystyrene takeaway containers, calling on Ghanaians to protect the country’s coastline and natural heritage.” Background Last year, President John Dramani Mahama announced an impending ban on Styrofoam and polystyrene products, particularly, for food packaging as part of efforts to protect the environment.

Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II said for the coastal part of the Central Region, the issue had particular importance because the communities depended heavily on the sea for livelihoods, food and cultural life.