Dubai Municipality has launched ‘Eltizam’, a smart digital application aimed at empowering selected government officials with judicial officer status to monitor and document public cleanliness violations, reinforcing Dubai’s position as one of the cleanest cities in the world.
A major milestone in the emirate’s digital transformation, Eltizam allows authorised users to detect and report violations through photo capture, automatic location tagging, and note input in real time. The initiative aligns with Dubai Law No. (19) of 2024, which grants judicial officer status to designated personnel and ensures regulatory compliance while encouraging community participation.
Targeting Eight Key Violations
The first phase of the app focuses on eight public cleanliness breaches that negatively affect the city’s image, including:
- Spitting in public areas
- Improper disposal of chewing gum
- Littering in public spaces
- Dumping waste into the sea, beaches, creeks, or ports
- Draining vehicle wash water in non-designated areas
- Lighting fires or barbecues in unauthorised locations
- Posting flyers or advertisements that deface public areas
- Failing to remove animal waste from public spaces
By digitising enforcement and equipping judicial officers with smart tools, Eltizam promotes proactive monitoring, greater transparency, and improved urban aesthetics.
Advancing Sustainability And Urban Wellbeing
H.E. Eng. Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said:
“The launch of ‘Eltizam’ is a key step in Dubai Municipality’s mission to enhance the city’s cleanliness, sustainability, and quality of life. By empowering authorised officials with judicial enforcement tools, we are fostering a culture of responsibility and social engagement. This app reflects our vision of a pioneering city where technology and regulation work together to protect Dubai’s urban appeal and elevate its position as the most beautiful and cleanest city in the world.”
He added: “Public cleanliness is not a technical issue alone — it is a civic value and a shared commitment. ‘Eltizam’ reinforces that every official and every citizen plays a role in shaping a sustainable, liveable Dubai for generations to come.”
Beyond its regulatory function, Eltizam highlights Dubai’s leadership in adopting modern, community-led tools to promote environmental stewardship and enhance overall quality of life across the emirate.
–Input GDMO
