The Ruparelia Foundation is one of the key sponsors of the Kampala Kids Run 2019 that is aimed at ensuring that children not only have access to safe drinking water, but also embrace the culture of engaging in physical exercises for healthy living.
Under the theme “Safe Drinking Water in Primary Schools”, the sixth Kampala Kids run is scheduled to take place at to take place on December 8th 2019 at the Uganda Museum.
It is organized by a Non-Government Organization (NGO), Kampala Kids Run and sponsors such as StarTimes and Ruparelia Foundation.
Other sponsors include Riham, City Oil and The Food Hub.
At a cost of Shs20,000 per kid, the 1.5km and 3km categorised Run proceeds will go towards ensuring there is safe drinking water for children in rural schools.
Besides the kids’ Run, there will also be bouncing castles, a work out with Zumba dancers, kids games by the clowns.
According to the organisers of the event, about 51 per cent of Ugandans lack access to safe water and 82 per cent do not even have access to improved sanitation facilities with children in primary schools also affected.
Speaking at the launch of the upcoming event at Kampala Parents School on Thursday, 3rd October 2019, Rajiv Ruparelia, the Managing Director of Kampala Parents School and Ruparelia Foundation challenged the public not to rest until safe drinking water is no longer a problem to children.
“We work tirelessly to make sure we provide the best yet many children do not have the privileges we have. It is upon us to provide for them,” said Rajiv.
“Kampala Parents School pupils will also arrange a fundraising to support the cause,” he added.
Speaking at the same event, the StarTimes CEO, Franklin Wang said they were happy to be part of the cause and will work towards ensuring its success.
“We are excited to launch our 2nd edition of StarTimes Kampala Kids Run 2019. The purpose is to come together to support our children in rural schools by providing safe drinking water. We care about each child’s health. So let us make StarTimes Kampala Kids Run a great success,” Wang said.
