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Originally published by The Standard BusinessOctober 29, 2025
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New State-backed sewer to era of 'flying toilets' in Nairobi's informal settlements
The family’s only toilet was a shared pit latrine across a dark, muddy path, a perilous journey she feared for her children...
✨ Key Highlights
A new state-backed simplified sewer system is transforming sanitation in Nairobi's informal settlements, replacing the hazardous practice of "flying toilets" with accessible, clean facilities. This innovative approach offers a cost-effective and dignified solution to a long-standing public health crisis.
- The project, led by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC), uses smaller, flexible pipes laid at shallow depths, costing approximately Sh20,000 per household compared to Sh195,000 for conventional systems.
- Acting Managing Director Martin Nang'ole highlights the system's adaptability and significant cost savings, making it a viable model for other informal settlements like Kibera and Mathare.
- Residents like Catherine Nduku and Isaac Otieno report improved hygiene, reduced health risks, and significant financial savings from the modest monthly fee of Sh20 per household.
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