EPA Announces Nationwide Ban on “Takeaway pack” Products Effective January 2027

By Rebecca Ampah The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced a nationwide ban on the production, importation, distribution, sale, and use of polystyrene foam products, popularly known as “Styrofoam” or “takeaway packs,” effective 1st January 2027. The directive forms part of government efforts to combat plastic pollution, improve environmental sanitation, and protect public health across the country. According to a…