Municipality calling all residents to help curb illegal dumping
The huge impact of illegal dumping revealed by the municipality.
Illegal dumping in Mogale City is causing serious economic and environmental issues.
According to Mogale City Local Municipality (MCLM) communication officer Refliwe Mahlangu, illegal dumping remains one of the major challenges currently faced by the municipality as companies, industries and residents deliberately dump waste into the environment in undesignated areas.
“Although dumpers justify the deed by arguing it creates jobs, dumping illegally has adverse consequences for the environment,” said Mahlangu.
She added it further causes foul smells, and attracts rats and flies in public spaces.
“The pollution that this causes also has a tremendous effect on the environment including land, air and water pollution, where it also affects groundwater. Millions of rands are spent annually to clean up these spaces, where the money could have been allocated to other critical services in the community,” she continued.
The municipality is also of the view that dumping is an eyesore to potential investors, who want to operate in a safe and clean environment, where this causes economic stagnation.
Mahlangu added this problem has prompted Mogale City’s Environmental Management to partner with Sasol, Rand Water, Amatshe Mine and West End Clay Brick & Roofing to clean the dumping hotspots across the city, including the newly developed access road from Westhaven Cemetery along Chamdor Road, which requires urgent intervention.
“We further encourage residents, businesses and industries to make use of designated areas such as landfill sites to dispose of waste to keep the city and its environment clean. With your efforts and involvement, we can win the fight against illegal dumping,” concluded Mahlangu.
