AMA assures Accra residents of consistent waste collection

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The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining regular waste collection across the capital, assuring residents that efforts are in place to keep the city clean.

 

Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on January 29, AMA’s Public Relations Officer, Gilbert Ankrah, addressed public concerns regarding waste management and homelessness in Accra. He outlined the measures the assembly has taken to tackle these issues despite existing challenges.

 

According to Mr. Ankrah, waste collection remains a top priority, and areas under AMA’s jurisdiction, including Circle, receive daily refuse clearance to ensure cleanliness.

 

“If you come to Circle, waste is being cleared in the places that fall under AMA, and the waste is being cleared on a daily basis,” he told host Bernard Avle during the interview.

 

He further emphasized that the assembly had reinforced its waste collection efforts to maintain cleanliness across the city.

 

“Beginning this year, we have put measures in place to ensure that the refuse of Accra is collected every day,” he added.

 

This commitment comes amid growing concerns over waste accumulation in parts of Accra due to rapid urbanization. Despite the absence of a fully appointed mayor, Ankrah assured that AMA’s operations remain uninterrupted and efficient.

 

Homelessness in Accra Requires Collaboration

 

Beyond waste management, Mr. Ankrah acknowledged that homelessness remains a significant issue in the city. However, he pointed out that resolving it is not solely AMA’s responsibility but requires collaboration with other institutions, including Social Welfare and other social service agencies.

 

“The issue of homelessness requires some forms of collaboration with other institutions to deal with it, and we have been doing this,” he explained.

 

He further disclosed that while AMA has worked with Social Welfare in the past to address homelessness, formal shelters for the homeless are currently unavailable.

 

“We have collaborated with Social Welfare in the past to deal with homelessness. In the past, there used to be shelter, but as of now, there is no place that I am aware of,” he admitted.

 

Despite these challenges, the AMA remains committed to enhancing waste management services and seeking collaborative solutions to address homelessness in the city.

 

 

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