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When we think of a clean country, it’s easy to picture sparkling streets and tidy sidewalks. But cleanliness goes beyond appearances, it’s about public health, care for the environment, and smart city planning.
In 2025, some African countries are showing the rest of the continent and the world what it truly means to keep their environments clean and sustainable.
Here are African nations making the biggest moves when it comes to cleanliness this year.
Gabon: Africa’s Green Champion
Gabon isn’t just leading in forests, it’s also leading in cleanliness. With a bold approach to waste management in Libreville, including an advanced waste collection system that works underground, Gabon is putting innovation to work.
Most of its forests are protected, and the country is pushing for cleaner energy too.
Zimbabwe: A Cleaner Harare, One Policy at a Time
In Zimbabwe, you’ll find a strong message against littering, backed by real action. In Harare, recycling rules have helped cut landfill waste dramatically. Zimbabwe’s national cleanliness drive is working and it’s being felt in both urban streets and rural communities.
Botswana: Smart Waste Tech in Action
Botswana has taken things up a notch with smart city tech. In Gaborone, artificial intelligence helps keep waste under control, and a clever plastic tax has made people rethink what they throw away. The result? A noticeable drop in single-use plastics.
Seychelles: Protecting Paradise
As a small island nation, Seychelles understands the value of a clean environment. Its efforts to clean up ocean waste and recycle construction materials are impressive. The country’s approach is not just about tourism, it’s about long-term sustainability.
Mauritius: Turning Trash Into Power
Mauritius has found a way to turn waste into something useful electricity. Its waste-to-energy plant in Port Louis is a first in Africa. Plus, the country’s push for greener buildings shows it’s thinking ahead.
Zambia: Drones and Green Teams Leading the Way
Zambia is using technology and people power to stay clean. Drones help monitor dumping, and a group of volunteers known as “Green Ambassadors” lead local cleanup efforts. Together, they’re making a real difference in Lusaka and beyond.
Tunisia: Blending Old Wisdom with New Ideas
In Tunis, you’ll find smart systems tracking waste and traditional methods being used to save water in historic areas. Tunisia is managing to keep its cities clean while preserving its heritage, a balance that’s hard to achieve.
Morocco: Taking a Stand Against Plastic
Morocco’s war on plastic is serious and effective. With a ban on plastic bags and investment in water treatment, the country is turning its focus toward sustainability. Casablanca, in particular, is benefiting from these bold changes.
Democratic Republic of Congo: Greening the City
The DRC is planting trees and making sure industries take responsibility for the environment. The “Green City Wall” project is not just a pretty name — it’s helping cool down urban areas and improve air quality across cities.
Algeria: Clean Air and Cleaner Streets
Algeria’s cities are becoming greener and cleaner, especially Algiers. Electric public transport is helping to cut down air pollution, and large amounts of building waste are being reused instead of tossed out.
So, What Can We Learn From Them?
These countries are proving that keeping a country clean takes more than just sweeping the streets. It takes laws, innovation, education, and community involvement.
Whether it’s banning plastic, using smart tech, or planting more trees, the message is clear, a cleaner Africa is possible, and it’s already happening.
And, if you live in Africa, what steps is your city taking to stay clean? And if not, which of these countries inspires you the most?
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