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School Sanitation in Kenya and Somalia

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In a typical primary school in Kenya and Somalia, the state of the sanitary facilities and the level of the children's hygiene are terrible. Often hundreds of children have to share single pit latrines. The floors are covered with fresh faeces and are wet with urine. Bare foot children must stand in this mess to relieve themselves. Boys and girls are forced by circumstances to share a toilet or use adjacent latrines. There are also no cleaning products such as disinfectants or even hand-washing facilities, running water and toilet paper.

This shame and utter violation of personal dignity is what thousands of school children in Kenya and Somalia grow up with. It has been documented that some girls drop out of school during puberty because of sanitation related embarrassments.

Schoolsdo have the opportunity to combat disease and improve the state of humanity. With increased sanitation there will also be an increase in the number of children enrolling in primary schools, the school has an important role not only in imparting health knowledge but also altering basic hygiene habits.

How will the funds be used?


The funds donated will be used to improve the learning environment in public and community schools through provision of potable water, adequate sanitation and hygiene practices to improve the quality of life of many disadvantage children in Kenya.

Key Areas of Expenditure

Development of health education materials - CHAST (Children Hygiene and Sanitation Technology)
CHAST training in schools (teachers and pupil workshops)
Developing IEC materials, printing posters and T-shirts
  • Formation of hygiene and environmental clubs
  • Hygiene campaigns (schools outreach campaigns, inter-school forums and school open day forums)
  • Construction of waste disposal facilities, water storage tank and hand washing facilities
  • Distribution of sanitary towels
  • Administration and logistics

    • Are donations tax deductible? No

    Will I receive a receipt for my donation?
    Yes, immediately sent to you by email when approved.

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