MUGABE R
The public has been urged to embrace proper management of polythene bags and plastic waste by recycling them into handcrafts to boost income and protect the environment.
The call was made on Sunday, 31st August 2025, during the 14th annual Cancer Run organized by the Rotary Club of Rukungiri Central, District 9214. The event, which aims to raise awareness about cancer, promote prevention and care services, and mobilize funds for the construction of the Cancer Bank at Nsambya in Kampala, attracted runners who trekked two routes starting and ending at Rukungiri Inn.
Participants ran through Rukungiri Inn – Rukungiri Prisons – Farmers – Chello – Roundabout and back, as well as the Rukungiri Inn – Karegyesa Road – Roundabout – Godown Street – Roundabout and back to Rukungiri Inn.
Former District Woman MP and Rotarian, Hon. Betty Bamukwatsa Muzanira, highlighted the growing prevalence of polythene bags and plastic waste degrading the environment and called for a change of mindset to promote recycling for economic and environmental benefits, citing Rwanda’s example in waste management.
Rotary Club of Rukungiri Central President, Sophia Turyabagyenyi, expressed concern over the public’s reluctance to support Rotary solidarity initiatives and urged voluntary community efforts to minimize plastic waste for a sustainable environment.
Cancer Run officer Canon Wyclif Twinomujuni Makky reiterated the aim of the run as a way to raise cancer awareness and funds, calling on Rotarians to implement Rotary remedies within their homes and communities.
Kashenyi Secondary School Head Teacher and Rotarian, Rev. Ivan Mwongyera, pledged loyalty to Rotary’s mission of supporting cancer patients and promoting access to care services, while fellow Rotarian Eng. Chris Mugyenyi Becwarika commended Rotary’s efforts to reduce pain and save lives.
Centenary Bank’s salary personnel, Annita Arigye, delivered a message from Managing Director Fabian Kasi, confirming the bank’s contribution of over 600 million shillings towards the construction of the Cancer Bank, and called for continued support to ensure the project’s success.
