Garbage Collection Session Cleans Up Bobo-Dioulasso Fruit and Vegetable Market
The municipality of Bobo-Dioulasso took action to clean up the fruit and vegetable market on Thursday, June 22, 2023. The market, known for being one of the busiest in the area, had its piles of garbage cleared by the municipality in an effort to improve cleanliness and hygiene.
Dump trucks and a Caterpillar were present at the scene to carry out the garbage collection operation. The Caterpillar was responsible for loading the dump trucks, which transported the garbage to an undisclosed destination. Vendors and customers of the market expressed their appreciation for the municipality’s efforts, as it not only made the market cleaner but also improved its overall image.
Alassane Konaté, a resident of the market, shared his emotions regarding the garbage collection. He stated, “I really liked collecting waste from the market. Because if we say it’s a place for selling food and we end up in the dirt, it’s not interesting.” He further appealed for the regular collection of garbage, emphasizing the negative impact of waste accumulation and rain on the market’s hygienic conditions.
Minata Sanogo, a cereal seller near the market, echoed similar sentiments. She emphasized the importance of removing garbage as often as possible to prevent decomposition and the resulting bad smell. Sanogo requested that the municipality make efforts to avoid such situations in the future.
The garbage collection session was seen as a positive step towards maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the market. Residents and stakeholders hope that similar initiatives will be repeated regularly to ensure a pleasant and healthy environment for all.
Rufin Allakagni Oula BARO/Internship
Why is regular garbage collection important in maintaining a clean and hygienic environment in the market
Bobo-Dioulasso Fruit and Vegetable Market Gets a Clean Makeover
In an effort to enhance cleanliness and hygiene, the municipality of Bobo-Dioulasso took action on June 22, 2023, to clean up the bustling fruit and vegetable market. Known as one of the busiest markets in the area, this initiative aimed to clear the piles of garbage that had accumulated over time.
Dump trucks and a Caterpillar were brought in to carry out the garbage collection operation. The Caterpillar efficiently loaded the dump trucks, which then transported the waste to a confidential destination. Grateful vendors and customers praised the municipality for their intervention, as it not only improved the market’s cleanliness but also uplifted its reputation.
Alassane Konaté, a resident of the market, expressed his satisfaction with the garbage collection effort. He exclaimed, “Collecting waste from the market was a much-needed action. A food-selling place should never be marred by filth; it’s simply unappealing.” He further appealed for regular garbage collection, emphasizing the negative impact of waste accumulation and rainy weather on the market’s hygienic conditions.
Minata Sanogo, a cereal seller near the market, shared similar sentiments. She stressed the significance of frequent garbage removal to prevent decomposition and the subsequent foul smell. Sanogo requested that the municipality take proactive measures to avoid such situations in the future.
This garbage collection session marked a significant step toward maintaining a clean and hygienic environment in the market. Residents and stakeholders hope that such initiatives will become a regular occurrence to ensure a pleasant and healthy experience for everyone involved.
