In an effort towards environmental protection, seven cattle owners have been prosecuted for engaging in noxious trade after dumping waste from their cattle operations into the Moshie Zongo stream in Kumasi Metropolis in Ashanti Region.
Despite several warnings to stop the practice, they failed to comply, leading to their arraignment before the court.
On Tuesday, May 13, 2025, the Environmental Health Officers from Manhyia North Sub-Metro took legal action against the cattle rearers, prosecuting them before Court 1 at Asem, presided over by His Worship Andah Akrofi.
The officers’ efforts to protect the environment and public health were evident in their diligent pursuit of justice.
Each of the offenders was fined 100 penalty units and warned to desist from such acts going forward. This ruling serves as a warning to others who may engage in similar practices, emphasizing the importance of environmental responsibility and the consequences of neglecting it.
The Moshie Zongo stream is a vital water source for the community, and its pollution poses significant threat to public health and the environment.
The actions of the cattle rearers not only destroyed the environment but also potentially endangered the health of those who rely on the stream for various purposes.
As the community moves forward, it is essential for all residents to take responsibility for protecting the environment. Let’s all do our part to keep our environment clean and safe. Pollution affects us all, and collective action is necessary to prevent further degradation of our water sources and surroundings.
The prosecution of the seven cattle rearers serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental protection and the consequences of neglecting it. The community must work together to prevent pollution and promote sustainable practices. By doing so, we can ensure a healthier environment and a better future for ourselves and future generations.
In his maiden address to the city, the KMA boss, Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, issued a strong warning to cattle rearers, stating that effective May 1,2025, stray cattle found causing a nuisance in the city will be seized, slaughtered, and use to feed inmates at the Kumasi Central Prison.
The decision, according to the Mayor, is a response to the growing problem of cattle roaming freely and disrupting public life- an issue he described as unworthy of the city’s stature.
It is on the basis of this that the Environmental Health Department of the Assembly has taken this bold initiative.
SOURCE: 3NEWS
