It is a measure of the actual degree of cleanliness of the orbital zone.

Aware that one third of the population is dependent on village based water systems which often lack the basic sanitary conditions,

Aware that one third of the population is dependent on village based water systems which often lack basic sanitary conditions,

Births assisted by traditional midwives and the acute lack of hygiene and precautions often endanger the health of women and newborns.

Hygiene and promotion of health could help save lives, but knowing what vaccinations should be administered and when was equally important.

Activities with policymakers included a media event with several Members of Parliament at the Houses of Parliament, and an Early Day Motion for the Government to support hygiene promotion.

In recognition of the close link between the environment and the human right to health, the Environmental Protection Act No. 7 of 1982 and the Public Hygiene Act No. 16 of 1984 were promulgated. Both Acts guarantee citizens (both men and women) the right to enjoy a healthy environment that protects them against diseases that can be caused by misuse of the environment.

Provision is made for uniforms that military personnel retain on rotation ( 98,000), and special items of clothing needed for hygiene and safety purposes by local civilian employees and military personnel on certain jobs ( 24,000).

In case No. 1134 2002 (Gorji Dinka v. Cameroon) the Committee took note of the author's uncontested allegation that he was kept in a wet and dirty cell without a bed, table or any sanitary facilities.