Sustainability
Plastic waste is one of the most visible environmental challenges in Ghana. WasteCure exists to change that, by reducing plastic at source, promoting recycling and keeping plastic out of landfills.
Our environmental commitment
Plastic waste clogs drains, pollutes waterways and chokes farmland across Ghana. Every kilogram of plastic we collect is a kilogram kept out of the environment.
We work with households, businesses and institutions to make responsible disposal easy and accessible. Sorted plastic is baled and channelled to recycling off-takers - closing the loop and supporting Ghana's growing circular economy.
Beyond collection, we run school programmes and community clean-ups to build long-term awareness and behaviour change. Sustainability is not just a service - it is the core of everything we do.
Numbers that mean a cleaner Ghana
Founded in 2021, WasteCure has grown into a four-line waste management service - diverting plastic from landfill, one collection at a time.
Founded
Core Service Lines
Plastic Diverted from Landfill (%)
Municipality Served
Coverage today: Kwabre East Municipality
Door-to-door collection, drop-off points and scheduled pickups across the municipality - with a long-term vision to expand across the Ashanti Region.
The right way to handle plastic waste
How WasteCure compares to dumping and burning - the two most common ways plastic is currently handled in many Ghanaian communities.
| Criterion | WasteCure Recommended | Dumping | Burning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keeps plastic out of the environment | Yes | No | No |
| Protects air quality | Yes | Yes | No |
| Prevents drain blockages and flooding | Yes | No | Yes |
| Supports Ghana's circular economy | Yes | No | No |
| Creates local jobs | Yes | No | No |
| Educates the community | Yes | No | No |
| Safe for families and children | Yes | Partial | No |
| Reduces landfill burden | Yes | No | Yes |
Be part of the solution
Whether you have an hour, a shop, or a whole community behind you - there is a role for you in the WasteCure movement.