The Urban Municipality of Antananarivo (CUA) is mobilizing to enforce sanctions outlined in the Municipal Hygiene Code (CMH). A delegation will conduct targeted enforcement operations. The municipality announced the implementation of sanctions starting September 4. "Hygiene inspectors, accompanied by municipal police, will conduct crackdown operations in targeted locations. In case of hygiene violations, they will impose financial penalties, require restoration of cleanliness, and ensure compliance with current regulations," explained Dr Anjarasoa Maharavo Rasoanomenjanahary, director of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene at CUA, yesterday. The delegation will inspect four key areas: waste management, market hygiene, use of standard sanitation facilities, and cleanliness and order in public spaces. "These four major pillars were selected to restore a cleaner, more orderly and dignified Antananarivo," the official continued. These measures require each merchant to have a waste basket and broom, and be responsible for the cleanliness of their stall and immediate surroundings. Regarding waste management, individuals must dispose of trash exclusively in designated areas. For sanitation facilities, pit latrines must be emptied at scheduled times with contents transported to approved dumping sites. For septic tanks, direct connection of toilets to drainage channels or public sewers is prohibited. Public spaces must be kept orderly to ensure smooth vehicle circulation. These measures apply to all persons in Antananarivo, whether residents, visitors, or engaged in economic activities. This is the latest announcement by city leaders regarding enforcement of these sanctions. To date, no sanctions have been applied. "Some think they can do anything as long as measures aren't severe. Yet we all aspire to a cleaner, more orderly and dignified city, which fully justifies applying these sanctions," said Dr Anjarasoa Maharavo Rasoanomenjanahary. Under the Municipal Hygiene Code, financial penalties range from 5,000 to 500,000 ariary. The municipality plans to use fine receipt books to issue violation notices and apply penalties.