Kumam, Uganda — His Royal Highness Papa Rafael Otaya, the Won Ateker Me Kumam (Paramount Chief of Kumam), has called upon the people of Kumam and the entire country to actively participate in the upcoming National Cleaning Day this Saturday, urging residents to join the rest of Uganda in keeping their environment clean and healthy.
Speaking to residents, Papa Rafael Otaya emphasized that cleanliness is a shared responsibility and a vital component of public health. He noted that collective participation in the national exercise will help prevent disease outbreaks and promote a healthier living environment for all.
“I call upon every resident of Kumam and the entire Teso region to come out in large numbers this Saturday and take part in the national cleaning exercise. Let us join the rest of Uganda in this noble cause. A clean environment is the foundation of good health, and it is our duty as leaders and citizens to protect it,” Papa Rafael Otaya said.
The royal leader stressed that the National Cleaning Day, a government initiative aimed at promoting environmental hygiene and community responsibility, should not be viewed as a mere routine but as a patriotic duty. He encouraged local leaders, youth groups, women’s councils, religious institutions, and all stakeholders to mobilize their communities for the exercise.
Papa Rafael Otaya further called upon the people of Kumam to demonstrate unity and commitment by turning up in big numbers, saying the region’s participation would send a strong message of solidarity with the national effort. He reminded residents to clean their homesteads, markets, trading centers, schools, health facilities, and public spaces.
The Won Ateker Me Kumam also urged local authorities to ensure that the exercise is well-coordinated across the area and the sub-region and that all necessary tools and logistics are in place for smooth implementation.
He reiterated his commitment to championing health and environmental causes within the Lango sub-region, noting that a clean and healthy population is essential for development and prosperity.
The National Cleaning Day is observed across Uganda, with citizens engaging in activities such as clearing bushes, collecting garbage, cleaning drainage channels, and tidying up public spaces. The exercise is part of broader government efforts to promote environmental sustainability and improve public health outcomes.
Papa Rafael Otaya concluded by expressing optimism that the people of Kumam will respond positively and make the exercise a success, setting an example for other regions.
