The governor of Mauritania's Nouadhibou region, Atiigheline Bent Hadene, has promised to enforce regulations and impose fines on individuals who randomly dispose of waste and block streets with construction debris. This announcement was made during the launch of a cleanliness awareness campaign in the city. The governor emphasized the importance of citizens' participation in maintaining cleanliness and adhering to civic practices.
According to Bent Hadene, the authorities have developed a regional plan to address the issue, which consists of two main aspects: awareness and mobilization, and city cleaning. The governor stressed that citizens' cooperation and commitment to cleanliness are crucial in achieving this goal. She also highlighted the formation of sectoral committees in neighborhoods, comprising directors of educational institutions, imams, civil society representatives, and technical interests.
These committees are tasked with identifying "black spots" in the city, determining areas that need to be completely cleaned, and designating collection points. The authorities plan to enclose these collection points and ensure they are regularly cleaned. Bent Hadene expressed her confidence that combined efforts between authorities and civil society will significantly improve the city's cleanliness.
The governor emphasized that public spaces have a sanctity that should not be violated by disposing of waste. She reminded citizens that maintaining cleanliness is a collective responsibility that requires the participation of everyone, including citizens, authorities, and civil society. The authorities' efforts aim to promote a culture of cleanliness and civic responsibility among citizens.
The campaign launched in the city aims to raise awareness about the importance of cleanliness and encourage citizens to take responsibility for their environment. Bent Hadene called on citizens to cooperate with the authorities in maintaining cleanliness and to report any instances of random waste disposal. The authorities plan to work closely with local communities to address the issue.
The governor's announcement comes as part of a broader effort to address the issue of waste management in Nouadhibou. The city's cleanliness has been a concern for authorities and citizens alike, with random waste disposal and blocked streets being major issues. The authorities' plan to enforce regulations and impose fines is expected to have a positive impact on the city's cleanliness.
The authorities' efforts to improve cleanliness in Nouadhibou are ongoing, with a focus on promoting civic responsibility and community participation. The governor's pledge to enforce regulations and impose fines on violators is a significant step towards achieving this goal. The campaign is expected to continue, with the authorities working closely with citizens and civil society to maintain cleanliness and promote a culture of civic responsibility.
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- The authorities in Nouadhibou have pledged to enforce regulations and impose fines on individuals who dispose of waste randomly and block streets with construction debris.
