CLEAN UP EXERCISE ORGANISED BY THE TALENSI DISTRICT ON SATURDAY 1ST NOVEMBER, 2025 IN PWALUGU
In accordance with the declaration by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana, of first Saturday of each month as a National Sanitation Day, the Talensi District Assembly under the leadership of the District Chief Executive (DCE), spearheaded a clean-up exercise in Pwalugu community, in the Talensi District, on Saturday, November 1, 2025. The events that preceded the exercise encompassed public awareness campaign to highlight the significance of the exercise, community mobilization and conveyance of sanitary tools and equipment to Pwalugu.
Prior to the day of the clean-up exercise, a lot of public sensitization activities including public announcements were embarked upon to inform and sensitize the general public in Pwalugu and the surrounding communities on the importance of the Sanitation Day and the need for active participation.
On the morning of the clean-up day, a group of dignitaries and officials include Hon. District Chief Executive (DCE), Hon. Assembly Members, representatives from various departments, Assembly staff, religious leaders, staff of Zoom lion Ghana Limited and members of the Pwalugu community assembled at the town centre to kick start the clean-up activity. The exercise involved sweeping, clearing of weeds, collection/evacuation of refuse and desilting of chocked gutters. The group traversed the town, passing through the market, taxi station, the Chief’s Palace, and other areas, as part of the clean-up efforts.
In conclusion, the DCE emphasized that the monthly clean-up exercise is a vital initiative that fosters community involvement and environmental responsibility, and that continued support and participation are crucial for its success.
The participants were treated to refreshments and the event came to a close.
Some pictures from the event are attached