Malabon City launches 'Cleanest and Greenest Barangay Competition' to fight dengue

Malabon City is encouraging its 21 barangays to participate in the 'Cleanest and Greenest Barangay Competition 2025' to combat rising dengue cases.

Mayor Jeannie Sandoval emphasized that cleanliness is crucial for public health and community development, urging residents to unite in maintaining a clean environment.

City Environment and Natural Resources Office (CENRO) OIC Mark Mesina stated that the competition aims to promote waste management practices and prevent mosquito breeding sites.

The competition will run from April to November with evaluations, and top-performing barangays will be recognized in December with cash prizes ranging from P50,000 to P1,000,000.

Malabon continues its weekly clean-up drives led by city employees and Estero Rangers, focusing on clearing waterways and improving drainage systems to reduce stagnant water.

The city has intensified anti-dengue awareness campaigns through community seminars and distribution of insecticides, promoting the Department of Health's 4S Strategy for prevention.