The Hidden Cost of Fast Fashion: Ghana’s Struggle Against Environmental Devastation
The global appetite for fast fashion has brought with it a whirlwind of consequences, often hidden from plain sight. For many, the allure of inexpensive, trendy clothing from online giants such as Shein and Temu outweighs concerns about their origins or final destinations. But for communities in Ghana, the repercussions are starkly visible. From the recent fires in Kantamanto Market to the alarming pollution choking its seas, Ghana has become an unwitting recipient of the fast fashion industry’s waste.