The Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Sustainable Development has joined with the Solid Waste Management Unit, the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force, the Public Health Department, Kingstown Town Board and the Carnival Development Corporation to issue a national appeal to Vincentians and visitors to keep the country clean and protect the environment.
The initiative is supported by the Global Environment Facility and National Ozone Unit projects.
The agencies are encouraging the public to “Love SVG” by practising proper waste management, especially during the height of Vincymas activities when foot traffic and festivities increase across the capital.
As part of this collaborative effort, 85 waste bins have been distributed to street vendors, event coordinators and line ministries.
These bins will be placed at strategic points throughout Kingstown and Arnos Vale that experience high patron volumes during the carnival season.
The initiative aims to reduce littering, improve waste disposal, and maintain a welcoming environment for locals and visitors.
In support of this initiative, the partnering entities will also intensify public awareness efforts through traditional and digital media platforms.
Through targeted advertisements, public service announcements, and social outreach, the message will be amplified nationwide to encourage responsible waste disposal and reinforce the importance of keeping St. Vincent and the Grenadines clean during the Vincymas season and beyond.
“The Ministry and its partners are urging everyone to demonstrate their love for SVG by actively protecting our country’s environment and disposing of waste responsibly while enjoying the local vibe,” a press release said.