Dubai Rolls Out AI Cameras to Catch Litterbugs, Fines Up to Dh500
January 9, 2026
Dubai is launching AI-powered cameras to keep its streets clean. These cameras will be installed on waste collection and transport vehicles, creating a mobile watch system across the city’s roads, neighborhoods, and public places. The smart cameras instantly spot littering and illegal dumping, sending real-time alerts to field teams. This helps authorities act quickly to stop waste buildup and keep the city spotless.
Violators caught littering or dumping bulky waste face fines up to Dh500. Dubai Municipality said the system targets waste dumped near containers, on pavements, and public squares. Images are analyzed right away and shown on digital dashboards for quick response.
Engineer Marwan Ahmed bin Ghalita, Director-General of Dubai Municipality, said, "the project is part of a broader strategy to enhance monitoring efficiency, support data-driven decisions, and develop sustainable policies for the urban environment." Engineer Adel Al Marzouqi, Executive Director of the Waste and Sewerage Agency, added that the AI respects community privacy while accurately recording violations.
This smart move supports Dubai's Integrated Waste Management Strategy 2041. The system will improve cleanliness, cut response times, and reduce waste problems. Dubai aims to lead globally in sustainability and smart city innovation by using tech to make cleaner, safer, and better places to live.
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