The Guinean government has intensified efforts to clean up cities across the country in preparation for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. On September 26, 2026, a large-scale cleanup operation was carried out in Conakry and several other localities, led by the Ministry of Sanitation and Public Hygiene. The operation was launched by Minister of Sanitation and Public Hygiene, Aboubacar Camara, in Nongo.
The cleanup operation was part of a broader effort to promote cleanliness and hygiene across the country. According to Minister Camara, the government's initiative aims to encourage citizens to take responsibility for cleaning up their environment. He emphasized that this issue is a priority for the government and that citizens must play an active role in maintaining a clean environment.
Minister Camara launched the operation at Nongo before heading to the Kiridi bridge, where a significant turnout of citizens was recorded. He called on the population to get more involved in cleaning up their living environment and to take ownership of the cleanliness of their communities. The minister also highlighted the importance of collective awareness in maintaining a clean environment.
The cleanup operation was also attended by Baba Alimou Barry, the mayor of the urban commune of Lambanyi. The mayor praised the efforts made by the government, particularly the Ministry of Sanitation, to promote cleanliness and hygiene in the country. The operation is part of a series of activities organized by the government to mark the country's Independence Day celebrations.
The government's initiative aims to strengthen the cleanliness of public spaces and encourage greater citizen involvement in environmental sanitation. According to Minister Camara, the participation of citizens in these operations demonstrates their commitment to the government's policy on sanitation. He also emphasized that the government's efforts are in line with the vision of President Mamadi Doumbouya, who has made sanitation a priority in the Simandou 2040 program.
The cleanup operation is one of several activities organized by the government to mark the country's Independence Day celebrations. The government has deployed resources to support the cleanup efforts, including equipment and personnel. The operation is expected to have a positive impact on the environment and public health.
The government's efforts to promote cleanliness and hygiene are ongoing, with regular cleanup operations planned throughout the year. The Ministry of Sanitation and Public Hygiene is working closely with local authorities and citizens to ensure that the country's environment is protected and preserved for future generations.
Key points
- The Guinean government has launched a nationwide cleanliness campaign ahead of the country's Independence Day celebrations on October 2.
- The campaign aims to promote cleanliness and hygiene across the country and encourage citizens to take responsibility for cleaning up their environment.
- The government's efforts are part of a broader initiative to prioritize sanitation and hygiene, as outlined in the Simandou 2040 program.
