Ghana and UNIDO Collaborate on Circular Economy Textile Innovation Centre
Ghana and UNIDO are advancing plans for a Circular Economy Innovation and Textile Testing Centre to address textile waste and foster industrial development. Funded by Italy, the project aims to enhance the textile sector's circular economy solutions, providing testing services and identifying applications for discarded textiles. Ghana faces significant textile waste challenges, with 15 million garments arriving weekly, leading to pollution. The initiative aligns with ongoing efforts in the Ghana Circular Economy Centre, which focuses on sustainable practices and industrial growth.
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Ghana and UNIDO are progressing plans to establish a Circular Economy Innovation and Textile Testing Centre, addressing textile waste and promoting industrial development. Funded by Italy, the project aims to improve circular economy solutions in Ghana's textile sector, providing laboratory testing and technical services.
Ghana imports over 143,000 tonnes of secondhand clothing annually, with significant waste contributing to pollution. The centre could enable the conversion of discarded textiles into various industrial applications.
Discussions included an Italy-Ghana Circular Economy Dialogue in June 2026 to attract private sector interest. The Ghana Circular Economy Centre project aims to validate 200 circular technologies and mobilise $10 million for ventures over five years.
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