ies facing city authorities as they attempt to manage increasing volumes of waste while maintaining a clean and safe urban environment.

Mayor Raises Concern Over Money Spent on Sanitation

Kumasi Mayor Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi has previously expressed frustration over residents who continue to dump refuse into gutters despite repeated appeals and sanitation interventions.

In October 2025, the Mayor disclosed that the Assembly had spent GH¢230,000 in just three days clearing waste at Asokwa.

He argued that funds spent repeatedly on sanitation could otherwise support important development projects, including improvements to schools and other public infrastructure.

The Mayor has also warned that authorities would intensify enforcement of sanitation regulations against people who dispose of waste indiscriminately.

Calls Grow for Tougher Punishment

The latest footage has reignited public calls for stronger measures to discourage people from dumping rubbish into drains and other unauthorised locations.

Some members of the public have suggested introducing minimum fines of GH¢300, alongside other penalties such as community service and possible jail terms for offenders, subject to applicable laws.

Others believe enforcement should be accompanied by public education, improved household waste collection services and more accessible disposal points.

However, proposals circulating in public discussions should not be mistaken for newly enacted penalties or an official KMA announcement.

Residents Urged to Take Responsibility

Environmental sanitation is a shared responsibility involving residents, businesses, waste management companies and local authorities.

While city authorities must improve waste collection, drainage maintenance and access to disposal facilities, residents also have a responsibility to dispose of household rubbish appropriately.

Allowing waste to enter gutters and waterways can worsen flooding, damage property and create conditions that encourage the spread of disease.

The scenes captured in Kumasi serve as a reminder that keeping the city clean requires more than occasional clean-up exercises. It demands consistent public cooperation, effective waste management and the enforcement of existing sanitation regulations.

As the rainy season continues, residents are being urged to stop dumping rubbish into gutters and help protect their communities from preventable flooding and sanitation problems.