The National Solid Waste Management Authority has initiated a comprehensive nationwide cleanup campaign in Antigua and Barbuda, targeting abandoned vehicles and neglected properties. In the first phase, authorities have identified and marked 155 derelict vehicles for removal. The initial sweep focused on the Villa and Point areas, where 75 vehicles were tagged by police, followed by an additional 80 vehicles in the Yorks area as the program expanded. The campaign, described by Health Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph as a ‘deep, deep cleanup,’ aims to restore the country’s appearance and enhance public health. The operation involves collaboration between the Defense Force, Solid Waste, the Central Board of Health, and Public Works. Beyond vehicles, the initiative also addresses derelict homes, overgrown lots, and unsightly fences. Property owners who fail to maintain their premises post-cleanup may face charges added to their property value under existing legislation. Cleanup efforts are being conducted systematically using mapped grids, with teams progressing through communities in phases. Sir Molwyn emphasized that the government intends to make this cleanup an ongoing, structured effort tied to health, sanitation, and national pride.
155 Derelict Vehicles already Marked for removal as National Cleanup Begins
