The government is set to provide $7 million in grants to eight plastic recycling companies nationwide to support the growth of their businesses. The companies, including Universal Plastic Products and Recycling Ghana (UPPR) Limited under the Jospong Group of Companies, will use the funds to enhance their capacity to collect, recycle, and reuse plastic waste.
On Monday, March 3, 2025, the Minister visited four plastic waste recycling facilities, including UPPR, Integrated Recycling and Compost Plant Limited (IRECOP), Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) Maternal Recovery Facility, and Nelplast Ghana Limited.
He also said that a decision will be made after visiting several facilities. "We are looking forward to expanding this grant assistance to more entities with the expertise to manage plastic waste. If we are only able to recycle 10%, what happens to the remaining 90%? They contribute to the environmental degradation and hazards we face," he said.
The government's initiative to create a circular economy framework for Ghana's plastic industry includes funding for these companies.