Authorities in the urban municipality of Sanoyah, on the outskirts of Conakry, on Monday launched a large-scale sanitation campaign, introducing penalties of up to 5 million Guinean francs (GNF) for illegal dumping of waste.
From the early hours of the morning, municipal teams, supported by cleaning equipment, deployed across several areas, particularly around the “36” interchange and a nearby footbridge, to remove waste and clear public spaces. According to local daily Ledjely, the operation also involved the eviction of individuals who had returned to occupy the sites after previous interventions.
Municipal delegate Aboubacar Sabari Conté said the initiative aims to put an end to a situation deemed alarming, marked by the proliferation of waste dumps in public areas.
Local authorities pointed in particular to markets as a major source of the waste, prompting the direct involvement of women vendors in clean-up and awareness campaigns.
Beyond civic action, the municipality intends to take a tougher stance against unsanitary practices. Offenders now face fines of up to 5 million GNF, officials warned.
Speaking on site, Mariame Soumah called for greater public awareness, urging residents to adopt responsible behaviour in order to maintain cleanliness and prevent health risks.
The campaign reflects the determination of Sanoyah’s authorities to sustainably restore the municipality’s image and implement more rigorous waste management practices.
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