A citywide sanitation campaign spearheaded by Mr. Fred Kinene has been launched to address poor hygiene conditions in Kampala’s most congested communities.
The initiative, known as Operation Dark Matters, was officially launched on Wednesday along Church Road in Kamwokya. It targets sanitation challenges that have long threatened public health in the capital.
At the launch, organizers said the operation focuses on practical solutions aimed at improving living conditions, especially in informal settlements where sanitation services remain limited.
Residents welcomed the move, describing it as timely and people-centered.
Kinene’s Hands-On Leadership Drives the Initiative
Mr. Fred Kinene, who is in charge of Operation Dark Matters, was praised for his hands-on leadership and clear vision for a cleaner Kampala.
Kinene said the operation will be implemented across all the five divisions of Kampala. These include Central, Nakawa, Kawempe, Makindye, and Rubaga.
“This is a Kampala-wide operation,” Kinene said. “We want every division to benefit, not just a few selected areas.”
He revealed that sewage emptying trucks and sanitation materials have already been dispatched to all divisions. Work has already started in selected locations.
One of the key interventions under the operation is free emptying of full toilets, a service that often remains unaffordable for many city residents.
“Our priority is the people,” Kinene said. “We want to reduce disease and restore dignity in our communities.”
He added that improved sanitation directly impacts health, productivity, and overall urban development.
Several leaders described Kinene as a results-oriented mobilizer who believes in action rather than promises.
“Mr. Kinene understands the real problems on the ground,” one local leader said. “He is delivering solutions where they matter most.”
Residents, Officials Applaud a Practical Approach
Col. Kato Sempiira from Operation Wealth Creation said the success of the initiative reflects Kinene’s coordination and commitment.
“This operation shows what focused leadership can achieve,” Sempiira said. “Kinene is doing work that directly improves people’s lives.”
Eng. Katumba Panadol, a resident of Kamwokya and an official in the Office of the Minister for Kampala, said the initiative will significantly improve public health.
“When sanitation improves, society develops easily,” Katumba said. “Health must always come first.”
Kinene also acknowledged the support of Operation Wealth Creation and Gen. Salim Saleh for enabling the rollout of the operation. However, he emphasized that community involvement will determine long-term success.
“This is about collective responsibility,” Kinene said. “Government support, leadership, and community ownership must work together.”
As Operation Dark Matters expands across Kampala, many residents say Kinene’s leadership has brought renewed hope for a cleaner, healthier city. The operation is expected to continue in the coming weeks as teams intensify sanitation work across the capital.
