The Ministry Delegate for Maritime Affairs reacted promptly on Sunday, March 29, following alerts on social media. An inspection operation uncovered illegal activities on the Cocody lagoon shores.

A traffic violation notice in M'Pouto

Acting on reports from citizens, the Special Brigade for Combating Landfilling went to the M'Pouto district. On site, the officers confirmed the existence of landfill work using riprap.

1. Immediate action: The site has been placed under surveillance.
2. Procedure: Although no suspects were arrested at the scene, an investigation is underway to identify those who commissioned this work.

Seizures in Marcory

The Brigade's vigilance was not limited to Cocody. In the Biétry district (Marcory), the authorities intercepted and seized two trucks involved in the illegal occupation of the lagoon public domain.

A call for collaboration and firmness

The Ministry commended the public's responsiveness, whose reports are essential for environmental protection. To curb these practices, several measures have been announced:

1. Raising awareness among carriers: A meeting will soon be organised with the heavy goods vehicle unions to remind them of the strict rules governing the maritime and river-lagoon domain.
2. A reminder of the rules: The government urges transport professionals not to become complicit in these illegal landfill operations.
3. Zero tolerance: The statement reaffirms that any violation will be punished with the utmost severity, in accordance with the law.

"The preservation of the public domain is a non-negotiable priority." — Ministry Delegate for Maritime Affairs.