Emphasizing the importance of unity and civic duty, government officials actively participated in a national clean-up drive early Sunday morning, led by President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali.
The initiative saw involvement from private sector volunteers, joint services, and various community-minded citizens all working to rejuvenate the capital and surrounding areas. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, supervised efforts along Aubrey Barker Road, highlighting the pressing issues surrounding waste management in Georgetown.
Minister Edghill noted a change in mindset is essential to address careless garbage disposal, emphasizing the importance of improving the city’s drainage and road conditions. He pointed out that individuals using uncovered trucks often contribute to drain blockages, exacerbating flooding issues.
Meanwhile, Minister of Housing and Water Collin Croal, who led clean-up efforts around Princess and High Streets, encouraged community pride in their surroundings. He acknowledged improvements over the past two years while stressing that collective responsibility begins with the leadership.
Furthermore, Minister Kwame McCoy expressed disappointment in the Mayor and City Council’s failure to manage garbage effectively, while acknowledging the assistance from the private sector and NGOs in the clean-up efforts.
Over 200 members of the Guyana Defence Force were also deployed throughout the city, marking the 10th national clean-up initiative organized by the government since returning to office in 2020.
Source: guyanachronicle.com
