Kenema District Council Honored for Environmental Support
James Kamara-Manneh The Environmental Directorate under the Ministry of Health has recognized the Kenema District Council, led by Chairperson Madam Francess Musu Jambawai, for its exceptional efforts in maintaining clean environments across major chiefdom headquarters, towns, and communities within the district.
The award was presented during the annual celebration of the Environmental Public Health Directorate, observed in various districts nationwide. District Environmental Superintendent Murana Koroma commended the council’s unwavering support, describing it as pivotal to the directorate’s success in expanding operations across chiefdom headquarters and towns with active weekly markets.
“Through the council’s support, we have been able to deploy personnel in these communities to work with local leaders, ensuring regular cleaning, especially during and after market days,” Koroma stated. He affirmed that the directorate would continue collaborating with the council to sustain these efforts.
In her acceptance speech, Madam Jambawai expressed gratitude on behalf of her staff and councilors, describing the award as a motivation to intensify efforts for the district’s development. She pledged to uphold the legacy of her predecessor, prioritizing progress and cooperation with all stakeholders, including the 16 paramount chiefs in the district.
“As chairperson, I will work closely with paramount chiefs to ensure the district’s development remains a shared priority,” she declared.