City kicks off the Spring Clean-Up Month programme

SEPTEMBER is National Clean-Up Month and the City kicked off the Spring Clean-Up Month programme in Glenugie Park, Pinetown on Monday.

Headed by eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba, various municipal departments and stakeholders joined the initiative.

Xaba said the campaign marks the start of a series of activities aimed at promoting a clean, healthy, and sustainable environment. This initiative forms part of the broader campaign to encourage active citizen participation in maintaining clean and safe communities.

Speaking during the clean-up campaign launch, Xaba said the programme is far more than a waste collection initiative.

“It is about reclaiming shared spaces, restoring dignity in communities, and rekindling the spirit of collective responsibility that defines us as South Africans,” he said.

According to the City, Spring Clean-Up Month will see intensified cleaning operations across public spaces.

“The programme highlights the importance of a collective responsibility, with both municipal teams and community members playing a role to ensure that waste is managed responsibly and that the environment is protected.”

Cleanliness is next to Godliness

Through this campaign, the City said it seeks to instil a culture of cleanliness and civic pride.

“Special focus will be placed on awareness and education, empowering residents with knowledge about proper waste management practices and the health benefits of a cleaner City. The Pinetown launch is the first of many clean-up activities scheduled to take place across the City during the month.”

The City calls upon social partners, including businesses, civil society, and communities to play their part in keeping eThekwini clean.

“They can do this by practising proper waste disposal, reporting illegal dumping, and participating in scheduled clean-up activities. The City remains committed to driving initiatives that improve the quality of life of all residents while safeguarding the natural environment for future generations.”

Pinetown councillor Melanie Brauteseth thanked everyone who played a role in making the Spring Clean-Up campaign a success.

“What a pleasure it has been to welcome the DSW Education Department to Ward 18 for the Spring Clean-Up campaign. The arrival of this initiative has brought fresh energy and a renewed sense of community spirit to our neighbourhood.

“We extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated volunteers whose hard work showed a commitment to creating a cleaner and healthier environment.”

Brauteseth also thanked the mayor and other officials for choosing Pinetown.

“Together we have made significant strides towards a cleaner Ward 18. Let us continue to nurture this spirit of co-operation and environmental responsibility in the months and years ahead and work together to stamp out illegal dumping.”