The Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church in Uganda and the government have reached an agreement allowing church members to participate in national cleaning activities while observing their Saturday Sabbath.The agreement was reached during a meeting at the Office of the Prime Minister, where both sides discussed concerns over National Cleaning Day activities.Under the new arrangement, SDA members will participate in the monthly cleaning exercise on the last Sunday of the month instead of Saturday.
Church leaders welcomed the decision, saying it enables members to support national sanitation efforts without compromising their faith, which considers Saturday a sacred day for worship, rest and reflection.
The government described the agreement as a sign of respect for religious freedom and cooperation between state institutions and faith communities.The SDA Church said the arrangement demonstrates mutual understanding and allows Adventists to contribute to national development while maintaining their religious practices.Officials added that the partnership shows national programmes can be implemented while respecting citizens’ constitutional right to freedom of worship.
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