DAR ES SALAAM: THE Minister of State in the Vice-President’s Office (Union and Environment), Engineer Hamad Yusuf Masauni, has urged local government leaders and the National Environment Management Council (NEMC) to fully involve residents in planning and managing waste collection systems, strengthen environmental cleanliness education and enforce environmental laws to ensure the Ng’ombe River environment remains clean and safe.
Masauni issued the directives during a working visit to the Ng’ombe River area in Kinondoni Municipality, Dar es Salaam, to inspect environmental conditions and strengthen waste management.
He also emphasised the importance of sustaining environmental clean-up campaigns, including those held on the last Saturday of every month, to promote a culture of cleanliness and accountability among residents.
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The minister further directed authorities to take appropriate action against individuals and entities violating environmental laws and regulations, including waste collection contractors who fail to fulfil their responsibilities effectively.
In addition, Masauni commended NEMC for its efforts to protect the environment, while calling for stronger cooperation between the council, residents, local government authorities and other stakeholders to improve waste management for the benefit of communities and future generations.
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