Human Appeal Development Organization (HADO) Leads Environmental Hygiene Promotion and Clean-Up Campaign in Pibor Market.
Pibor Administrative Area Headquarters, South Sudan – 2024 – Human Appeal Development Organization (HADO) successfully conducted an Environmental Hygiene Promotion and Community Clean-Up Campaign in Pibor Market, the main commercial hub of the Pibor Administrative Area. The initiative aimed to improve public health, promote environmental responsibility, and strengthen community participation in maintaining a clean and safe marketplace. Pibor Market serves thousands of traders, customers, and transporters daily, making hygiene and sanitation critical to preventing disease outbreaks and ensuring a dignified trading environment. The campaign mobilized youth volunteers, market vendors, local authorities, and community members to clear accumulated waste, unblock drainage channels, and promote proper waste disposal practices. Participants were also engaged in hygiene awareness sessions focused on solid waste management, environmental protection, and community ownership of public spaces. Speaking during the event, HADO representatives emphasized the importance of collective action in safeguarding public health. “Environmental cleanliness is not only a responsibility of authorities but of every community member. By working together, we can prevent the spread of communicable diseases and create a healthier marketplace for all,” the organization stated. Local leaders welcomed the initiative and encouraged continued collaboration between civil society, market committees, and local government to institutionalize regular clean-up activities and promote sustainable waste management systems. The Environmental Hygiene Promotion Campaign aligns with HADO’s broader commitment to improving community health, resilience, and sustainable development across South Sudan. Through integrated community-driven initiatives, the organization continues to support practical solutions that enhance living conditions and strengthen local capacity. Human Appeal Development Organization remains dedicated to empowering communities through health promotion, environmental stewardship, and inclusive development interventions.