The Southern Municipality has carried out extensive inspection campaigns to remove unlicensed collection boxes and containers designated for plastic, paper, cardboard, and clothing waste. Over the past two months, the municipality has successfully removed 700 unauthorized sorting containers.
According to the municipality, these campaigns were conducted in coordination with the Municipal Council and relevant service authorities to curb the random distribution of illegal containers. These unregulated bins often obstruct visibility, hinder traffic movement, and pose safety risks to pedestrians. Additionally, the initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of adhering to regulations that uphold the urban and architectural identity of the Southern Governorate.
The municipality urges all citizens to cooperate in ensuring the success of this campaign, which aligns with the Public Cleanliness Law issued under Decree No. (10) of 2019. This law mandates compliance with cleanliness standards to preserve the beauty of local communities and address visual pollution for sustainable urban environments.
The law explicitly states that “waste collection and sorting must be organized in a manner that facilitates recycling, in accordance with recognized environmental standards.” It further stipulates that “appropriate containers must be provided for all types of waste in designated locations, ensuring their cleanliness and maintenance. Licensed companies may undertake this responsibility in coordination with relevant authorities, in compliance with the law’s executive regulations.”
Moreover, the Southern Municipality emphasized that this initiative also aligns with Law No. (2) of 1996 regarding the occupancy of public roads, which prohibits the placement of goods, equipment, displays, seats, tables, boxes, and kiosks without a proper license.
The municipality has called on charitable and social organizations to coordinate with them to regulate their collection efforts in an orderly manner.
