A Clean Uganda is Everybody’s Responsibility – Monthly Cleaning Set.

The Government of Uganda has introduced a nationwide cleaning day programme under which citizens will participate in community cleaning activities on the last Saturday of every month,

The initiative is aimed at improving sanitation, preventing disease outbreaks, protecting the environment and encouraging Ugandans to take greater responsibility of their communities. The programme carries the theme: “A clean Uganda is Everybody’s responsibility.”

The first nationwide cleaning exercise is scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2026, with activities expected to take place across the country. According to government announcement, the exercise will run from 7:00am to 10:00am., during which communities will clean roads, markets, health facilities, places of worship and other public spaces.

Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja said the programme was approved by Cabinet as part of efforts to address Uganda’s sanitation challenges. Government officials have linked poor sanitation and environmental degradation to preventable illness, including diarrheal diseases and other public health treats.

The Government has also highlighted the growing waste management challenge, particularly in Kampala, thousands of tons of solid waste are generated every day. However, a significant portion of the Wate is reportedly not collected or properly disposed of, leading to blocked drainage channels, environmental pollution and increased health risks.

During designated cleaning hours, non-essential movements and some business activities are expected to be restricted to allow communities to participate in the exercise. Emergency and security services will remain operational according to reports on the government programme.

The initiative has generated mixed reactions among members of the public. While many Ugandans welcome the campaign as a way of reviving community responsibility and improving sanitations, other argue that regular waste collection, adequate garbage disposal facilities and stronger enforcement against illegal dumping will also be necessary for the programme to achieve lasting results.

Supporters, however, say the monthly cleaning could help restore a culture of collective responsibility in communities. Th initiative also recalls the spirit of traditional community cleaning practices, in which worked together to improve their surroundings.

As Uganda prepares for the first nationwide exercise, the Government is urging citizens, businesses, schools, religious institutions, local leaders and other organizations to participate in the activity actively.

Authorities say the success of the programme will depend not only on government enforcement but also on the willingness of ordinary citizens to make cleanliness a daily responsibility.

The national Cleaning Dat will therefore be observed on the last Saturday of every month, giving Uganda a regular nationwide platform to tackle waste, improve sanitations and promote healthier communities.