Saldanha Bay Municipality was voted as the top performer in the 2023 Regional Municipal Waste Management Recognition Programme (MWMRP), by the Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning (DEA&DP).
The award acknowledges the Munucipality’s well-coordinated and strategic approach to waste management and was strongly contested by other top municipalities in the Western Cape. The Overstrand Municipality came second (89%) and Drakenstein, 3rd (85%).
David Wright, Senior Manager for Bulk Water and Solid Waste at Saldanha Bay Municipality, said
the municipality’s success can be attributed to its comprehensive and proactive strategies, which include rigorous waste management planning, effective regulatory compliance and innovative waste minimisation initiatives.
“We are incredibly proud of this accomplishment. It is only through immense teamwork and the unwavering dedication of our entire team that we have been able to achieve this. This award is a testament to the hard work and commitment of everyone involved. I would also like to thank our community for their environmental awareness and participation in our programmes. However, there is always room for improvement, and we need the community’s continued support to combat illegal dumping and make effective use of our services so that together, we can keep the Saldanha Bay area clean” he said.
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