Zanetor urges Ghana to take stronger role in shaping global climate finance

Zanetor demands strict enforcement of Styrofoam takeaway ban

By Ashiadey Dotse Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for the strict enforcement of the ban on Styrofoam takeaway packs, saying the January 1, 2027 deadline must be maintained. Dr Zanetor made the call when she appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Thursday, August 27, 2026, for her vetting. She said the environmental dangers posed by the widespread use and poor dis…

Zanetor urges Ghana to take stronger role in shaping global climate finance

Minister-designate for Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for a shift in Ghana rsquo;s approach to international climate partnerships, arguing that the country must play a more influential role in determining how climate resources are mobilised and used. According to her, Ghana and other African countries cannot afford to remain passive participants in global climate initiatives while decisions on financ…

Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings pledges inter-ministerial coordination on illegal mining, backs styrofoam ban

At her vetting, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings vowed inter-ministerial coordination on galamsey, backed the styrofoam ban, and flagged brain drain in science.