The International Day of Zero Waste, observed annually on March 30, aims to address the global waste crisis and promote sustainable consumption and production. In 2025, the focus is on the fashion and textile industry, a major contributor to pollution, generating 92 million tonnes of textile waste annually.

Fast fashion has led to overproduction and excessive consumption, with devastating consequences, particularly in countries like Ghana. A recent Greenpeace report reveals that nearly 15 million pieces of second-hand clothing arrive in Ghana weekly, with half ending up as waste, polluting rivers, landfills, and communities. Toxic air pollution and microplastics from discarded synthetic fabrics further threaten both the environment and public health.

To combat this crisis, experts call for:
✅ Sustainable textile production and ethical consumption
✅ Recycling and circular economy practices
✅ Policy interventions like banning textile waste imports

Governments, businesses, and consumers must work together to rethink fashion waste. By embracing zero-waste solutions, we can protect ecosystems, promote sustainability, and ensure a cleaner future.