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UK Fast Fashion Waste Threatens Ghana's Wetlands

6/18/2025

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An investigation has uncovered a troubling truth: UK fast-fashion waste is being discarded in Ghana's precious wetlands, endangering both the environment and local communities. Major brands like M&S, Zara, and H&M are now backing extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation, as Ghana grapples with the dual challenges of low-quality imports and polluted waterways.

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Story summary

An investigation has uncovered a troubling truth: UK fast-fashion waste is being discarded in Ghana's precious wetlands, endangering both the environment and local communities. Major brands like M&S, Zara, and H&M are now backing extended producer responsibility (EPR) legislation, as Ghana grapples with the dual challenges of low-quality imports and polluted waterways.