Source: 3News
Labour Minister Rashid Pelpuo says private sanitation companies will be central to Ghana’s 24-hour economy, describing Zoomlion Ghana Limited as a strong driver of jobs and productivity.
He was speaking during a visit to the Accra Compost and Recycling Plant on February 24, where he toured the facility and assessed its operations and expansion plans.
The involvement was a component of the government’s broader reset program, which aimed to protect worker welfare, enhance working conditions, and encourage economic reform driven by the private sector.
According to Dr. Pelpuo, the purpose of the tour was to provide policymakers with firsthand knowledge of workplace risks in the waste management industry, worker welfare concerns, and the challenges private operators encounter in obtaining institutional support and government incentives.
“We are keen to understand how this work affects the working population,” Dr. Pelpuo said. “We want to assess occupational hazards, the welfare of workers and the operational challenges businesses face. Government remains committed to supporting private enterprises to grow and create sustainable jobs.”
He stressed that sanitation and waste management will be key pillars of the 24-hour economy, noting that targeted incentives would be provided to encourage investment in the sector.
“The government is committed to creating value and supporting private businesses, especially under the 24-hour economy framework. Zoomlion is a strong example of the type of organisation we are looking to support,” he noted.
“We are not pushing people to rush into waste management, but we will provide incentives for those willing to invest in the sector. Zoomlion is doing remarkable work and has enormous potential.”
Dr. Pelpuo added that organisations like Zoomlion demonstrate areas where state support can generate significant national impact in job creation, environmental sustainability and productivity.
Officials of Zoomlion Ghana Limited welcomed the Minister’s visit, describing it as an affirmation of the company’s contribution to national development.
“We have come a long way, and today we are proud to serve almost every household in Ghana,” a company representative said.
“Your visit reinforces that labour is not only about policy discussions but about people, dignity and the employment opportunities created for Ghanaians. We will not only clean Ghana but also continue to develop a workforce that supports national productivity and development.”
The engagement highlights government’s intention to position private sanitation companies as strategic partners in delivering inclusive growth under Ghana’s 24-hour economy agenda.
