NELSON K
Health officials in Nyarushanje Sub-County have called on residents to prioritize sanitation and personal hygiene in their homes as health inspections continue across the area to curb the spread of disease-causing infections.
The appeal was made by Muzoora Goodwill, the Nyarushanje Sub-County Health Inspector while providing updates to a Boona FM reporter during an ongoing sanitation inspection in Ndago Parish.
Muzoora expressed frustration over residents’ failure to protect and maintain clean water sources established by the government. He stated that the ongoing sanitation inspections aim to monitor and encourage residents and leaders to address sanitation challenges. Muzoora also voiced concerns about the poor state of latrines in the area, especially in primary schools. However, he noted some progress, such as the construction of five latrines at Nyamakuru Primary School, five latrines with washrooms at Kisiizi Primary School, and two water springs in Kinyamahwa Cell, Kinyamahwa Parish, constructed by the district water office.
He praised the sanitation inspection policy for awakening residents to take action and for identifying gaps within communities.
Additionally, Muzoora acknowledged residents who are striving to maintain proper sanitation while criticizing certain leaders for neglecting their responsibility to promote sanitation. He commended parish chiefs and area councilors who have actively advocated for improved hygiene.
Muzoora also warned against the use of dirty utensils for collecting water and condemned the consumption of dead animals that succumb to infections, which he said contributes to disease outbreaks. He issued a stern warning to residents without toilets in their homes, stating that those found without proper facilities would face imprisonment.
Kamusiime Eveline, the Ndago Parish Health Inspector who assisted in the inspection, reported that the sanitation initiative has prompted many residents to embrace and maintain proper hygiene. She praised the combined efforts of residents and health officers in conserving community resources and enhancing development. Eveline urged residents to protect water sources constructed by both the government and the community to promote better health through disease prevention, personal hygiene, and sanitation.
Nicholas Ainebyoona, the Nyarushanje Sub-County Youth Councillor, also supported the health inspectors’ efforts. He reiterated the need for every household to have a toilet and emphasized the importance of boiling water before drinking, using clean utensils for food and water storage, and disposing of waste properly. Nicholas condemned waste disposal in bushes, describing it as a major cause of diseases and water contamination, and warned that offenders would face legal consequences.
