Wolokonto:The population, along with administrative, municipal, customary authorities, and traders in Wolokonto, gathered for a market clean-up to combat vector-borne diseases. The event took place on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the clean-up operation was led by Mounira Sana, the president of the special delegation of the commune of Wolokonto. Participants, including young people, women, men, and traders, were equipped with cleaning tools such as hoes and rakes.

During the event, those involved cleaned the market and its surroundings, removed garbage, and eliminated stagnant water to reduce the risk of mosquitoes and other disease vectors. The operation also involved the destruction of larval habitats and cleaning of gutters and drains.

Mounira Sana praised the community's participation, emphasizing the importance of public health in preserving community well-being and promoting local development. Municipal authorities reiterated their commitment to supporting such initiatives and encouraged ongoing sanitation efforts.

Customary authorities also endorsed the initiative, urging households and traders to maintain clean premises and sales areas. Health workers educated participants on preventing vector-borne diseases, advocating for the use of insecticide-treated mosquito nets and the elimination of stagnant water.

The operation aimed to bolster community efforts toward maintaining a healthy environment and preventing diseases spread by vectors.