The Lusaka City Council (LCC) has assured the public that the chemical used in the ongoing larviciding exercise is safe, as it specifically targets mosquito larvae.
LCC Director of Public Health, Victor Kagoli, emphasizes that even those with fish ponds do not need to worry as the chemical poses no risk to their fish.
Mr. Kagoli said the council in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, has already larvicided garden ponds, Chingwere and Chamba valley.
He explained that this exercise does not only prevent malaria but also helps prevent other diseases, making public support crucial.
Mr. Kagoli encouraged Lusaka residents to promptly report any additional areas requiring larviciding for swift action by the local authority.
“We are determined and fully prepared to larvicide all affected mosquito breeding sites in the city,” said Mr. Kagoli in a statement issued to RCV News in Lusaka today.
By Eva Hatontola
