The sanitation situation in the Tassoultant municipality, part of the Marrakech region, continues to spark debate, particularly following recent statements made by the municipality's president. He has publicly denied the existence of any crisis within this sector and expressed skepticism regarding the images circulating on social media that depict the accumulation of waste in neighborhoods and waste bins.
The president attributed the ongoing sanitation issues to challenges that have been present since 2019, stemming from difficulties in managing the service after the contract with the responsible company expired in 2022. This has ignited discussions on the urgent need to seek effective solutions to enhance the sanitation sector and ensure the continuity of services provided to residents.
Local stakeholders have criticized the municipal council for its leniency towards the company in charge of sanitation, arguing that it has failed to adhere to its obligations and fulfill its duty of cleaning the city, despite its relatively small size. They have called for increased patrols and waste collection operations in neighborhoods and streets, urging the council to respond to citizens' demands and address the on-ground deficiencies of the service provider, rather than merely exchanging accusations.
As reported by alousboue.ma.
