The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the National Tourist Board, has raised concerns about the massive deposit of waste along Lumley Beach, as stated in a press release.

According to the press release, they observed that the net installed by the Propel Organisation and Engineers Without Borders to trap dirt from flowing into the ocean via the Juba and Kaningo Creek axis has broken due to the massive flow of plastic waste and heavy debris, which has resulted in a significant deposit of dirt along the Lumley/Aberdeen beach.

The release stated that beach bar operators in collaboration with the National Tourist Board have been clearing and disposing of waste in the designated landfill. However, they are still challenged by the volume of garbage being deposited.

The release also mentioned that Sargassum (seaweed) is to be expected during this period. This, coupled with the massive pile of dirt on the beaches, poses a more serious challenge.

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The public is hereby informed to prepare for this challenge over the next four months-from June to October 2025, until the end of the rainy season.

“As we intensify our efforts to maintain a clean beach and a smart environment, we appeal to the general public, particularly beach users, to acknowledge the current situation and cooperate with our ongoing efforts.”

They encouraged individuals, institutions, and organisations (both public and private) to support the ongoing cleaning efforts.