By Stephanie M. Duncan
In a move intended to get rid of Monrovia’s clumsy filths spread across communities and streets, the Monrovia City Corporation (MCC) and the Paynesville City Corporation (PCC) have jointly launched a major cleanup exercise along the Japanese Freeway following growing public concerns over the poor sanitary condition of the highway and its drainage system.
Under the government that prides sanitation a major governance pillar, Liberians have been expressing unease with piles of filth across the city, causing them to question its sincerity to the campaign commitment that became one of the drivers for the 2023 election victory.
Apparently seeing the overwhelming nature of the problem, responsible entities are aligning resources and expertise to address the situation ahead of this year’s independence celebration few days away.
An inspection of the area on July 10, 2026, found several drainage channels heavily clogged with dirt, plastic bottles, and other waste.
Authorities said some residents have been dumping dirt and garbage into the drainage system, causing severe blockages and resulting in water backing up during heavy rainfall.
According to the two city administrations, the cleanup campaign is aimed at restoring sanitation along the highway and improving the flow of water through the drainage system.
The MCC and PCC also announced plans to strengthen enforcement measures against indiscriminate waste disposal, warning that residents who use the freeway and its drainage network as dumping sites will face stricter action.
The two municipalities urged the public to properly dispose of waste and cooperate with authorities in maintaining a clean environment to help prevent flooding and improve public health.
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