Mrs. Patricia Kwarteng, a prominent advocate for sanitation education and CEO of Magtwins EAGLE Foundation, has emphasized the importance of citizens having knowledge about proper sanitation practices to maintain a clean and healthy environment.
Speaking to the press after organizing a clean-up exercise at Asafo Market, Mrs. Kwarteng highlighted the efforts of Magtwins Foundation, which has taken the initiative to tidy up the environment and set an example for others to follow.
According to Mrs. Kwarteng, every individual plays a key role in maintaining good hygienic practices.
She stressed that citizens should take action without waiting for government policies, emphasizing that collective responsibility is essential for creating a cleaner and healthier environment.
Mrs. Kwarteng also pointed to the government’s role in promoting sanitation education, suggesting that strict policies and measures similar to those in Western countries could be beneficial.
She cited the example of recycling programs in other countries, where citizens are incentivized to collect and return used bottles, reducing litter and promoting a cleaner environment.
Mrs. Kwarteng called on various stakeholders, including the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) led by Hon. Zuba, market women, religious leaders, chiefs, and other influential individuals, to join forces and educate people on the importance of sanitation. By working together, she believes that Ghana can become a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable place to live.
Warning of the consequences of inaction, Mrs. Kwarteng stated, “If we don’t take action, Ghana may become an uninhabitable place in the next five years or more.”
She emphasized that sanitation education is crucial for the country’s development and that immediate action is necessary to prevent a looming environmental crisis.
