On September 26, 2026, hundreds of civilians and military personnel gathered at the Martyrs' Square in Boké, Guinea, for a massive clean-up operation. The event, presided over by Prefect Colonel Alsény Camara, was attended by the Mayor of Boké, Bassékou Amirou Dramé, and other local authorities. The initiative aimed to clean up public spaces in preparation for the country's independence celebrations on October 2, 2026.
The clean-up effort, which was supervised by the Commune and the regional office of the National Agency for Public Cleaning and Hygiene (ANASP), focused on cleaning the Martyrs' Square, the façade of the official Tribune, the prefecture's courtyard, and the residential area of the prefect. Participants, including members of the Boké Youth Committee and security forces, used various cleaning tools such as shovels, wheelbarrows, and rakes to clear the areas.
According to Oumar Savané, head of the ANASP regional office, the clean-up operation was designed to make Boké a cleaner city for the independence celebrations. He emphasized that ANASP is committed to working towards a Guinea without waste. The agency is leading the efforts to clean up the city, with the support of local authorities and residents.
Prefect Colonel Alsény Camara praised the joint effort, saying it demonstrates the unity between security forces and civilians. He attributed this unity to the leadership of President Mamadi Doumbouya. The prefect urged all Guineans to take pride in participating in initiatives that promote national development.
Mayor Bassékou Amirou Dramé expressed his satisfaction with the clean-up effort, which he believes will encourage households to subscribe to waste management services provided by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). He assured that the commune will strictly follow the guidelines set by the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization (MATD) to maintain cleanliness in the city.
The clean-up operation in Boké is part of a broader effort to promote cleanliness and hygiene across Guinea. ANASP has reaffirmed its commitment to working with local authorities and residents to eliminate waste in all cities. The agency's efforts aim to create a healthier environment for Guineans and promote national development.
The joint clean-up effort in Boké has been hailed as a success, with participants and local authorities expressing their commitment to maintaining cleanliness in the city. The initiative has also highlighted the importance of collaboration between security forces and civilians in promoting national development and unity.
Key points
- Hundreds of civilians and military personnel participated in the clean-up effort in Boké, Guinea.
- The clean-up operation was supervised by the Commune and the regional office of the National Agency for Public Cleaning and Hygiene (ANASP).
- The initiative aimed to clean up public spaces in preparation for Guinea's independence celebrations on October 2, 2026.
