The Bolgatanga Municipal Environmental Officer, Mr. Evans M, has revealed that the introduction of Sama Sama and the new Bio digester system has significantly improved household latrines in the municipality. Apexnewsgh reports
The Bio digester system, in particular, has made it easier for households to install toilet facilities without the need for a large proportion of land to construct septic tanks.
Mr. Evans cited the success story of Kotokoli Zongo, where a prosecution exercise led to a change of mindset among residents. Prior to the exercise, only 15 out of 59 households had toilet facilities. However, after the prosecution, the number increased to 42 households with toilet facilities.
Similarly, in Tanzui, new buildings are being constructed with toilet facilities, and some households have even installed VIP latrines, which are still in use.
While these success stories are encouraging, the latest Ghana Statistical Service report reveals that 17,059 households in the Bolgatanga Municipality still lack access to toilet facilities. Despite this challenge, the improvements in household latrines demonstrate the positive impact of initiatives like Sama Sama and the Bio digester system.
He said effort will continue to address the remaining gaps and ensure that all households have access to safe and dignified sanitation facilities.
The progress made in Bolgatanga Municipality serves as a model for other areas to adopt innovative solutions to improve sanitation and hygiene.
As the municipality continues to work towards achieving universal access to toilet facilities, the successes in Kotokoli Zongo and Tanzui offer hope and motivation for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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