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Ghana’s Trash Problem: One Woman’s Fight Against Plastic Waste
By Chris Accra, Ghana — In the heart of Madina Zongo, a narrow footpath winds between makeshift kiosks and food stalls. A foul smell lingers in the air. Below the path, a drainage canal is choked with discarded sachet water bags, plastic bottles, and black polythene. It’s a common sight in Ghana’s urban neighborhoods — but one woman is trying to change that. Meet Felicia Owusu, a 38-year-old sanitation crusader who has turned her frustration into action. With a reflective vest, broom in hand, and an ever-present megaphone, she leads a community clean-up every Saturday, shouting: “If you eat, bin it! If you drink, don’t drop it!” She’s not a…