NATHANIEL LEE | Education drive needed to keep Johannesburg clean: The current state of Johannesburg leaves much to be desired, with littered streets and piles of garbage at corners and traffic lights the order of the day.
The reality is that in the morning, the situation is comparatively better than in the afternoon after the wanton littering has taken place. Some will even blame illegal immigrants for the state of filth, which is far fetched. The state of filth represents a direct threat to the tourism industry and will certainly serve as a disincentive for potential investment and much-needed job creation.
A mindset and attitudinal change is essential towards turning the situation around. There is a dire need for cleanliness to be placed firmly on the public agenda. The habit of cleanliness should be inculcated in children from an early age starting at our homes to schools and continue for life. Communities should be urged not to use plastic bags and encouraged to use biodegradable materials. Schools should serve as environmental champions to promote a healthy regard for our surroundings. Keeping public place clean should receive equal priority to healthy habits such as washing hands before and after meals, brushing of teeth twice daily and bathing.
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