Zoomlion Ghana Limited and Geo Pomona Waste Management (Pvt) Ltd., in Zimbabwe have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening waste management systems through a strategic partnership between Ghana and Zimbabwe.

The agreement was signed at Peduase Lodge in Accra in the presence of senior government officials and private sector representatives from both countries.

The partnership focuses on collaboration in waste management operations, including the sharing of technology, technical expertise, and best practices to improve sanitation and environmental sustainability.

It is expected to enhance waste collection, processing, recycling, and disposal systems in Zimbabwe.

Under the MoU, Zoomlion will provide its experience in integrated waste management, drawing on its operations in Ghana, where it has established over 36 waste recycling and processing facilities.

Geo Pomona will contribute local knowledge and operational capacity within Zimbabwe’s waste management sector.

Officials indicated that the collaboration will support efforts to address challenges associated with rapid urbanisation, increasing waste volumes and environmental concerns in Zimbabwe. 

The partnership is also expected to promote sustainable waste management practices, including recycling and waste-to-energy initiatives.

The agreement is seen as part of broader efforts to encourage intra-African collaboration and the exchange of homegrown solutions to development challenges.

If successfully implemented, the partnership will contribute to cleaner urban environments, improved landfill management, increased recycling activities and job creation in Zimbabwe.

The MoU sets the framework for cooperation, with both parties expected to begin implementation activities following the signing event.