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Topic: Sanitation

Stigma, poor sanitation keep girls out of school during periods

By Ryan Kerubo   2026-05-29 16:50:01

Advocates and educators say menstrual stigma, lack of sanitary products and poor sanitation in informal settlements continue to disrupt girls’ education and dignity during their periods.

iGaming AFRIKA Summit launches tournament to fund sanitation projects

By Manuel Ntoyai   2026-05-29 14:47:59

Organisers say the event aims to raise USD 10,000 to support the construction of sanitation facilities in informal settlements across Africa, with Kenya serving as the initial focus market.

How market-driven toilets are turning sanitation crisis into a business

By David Njaaga   2026-03-25 18:31:13

Half of Kenyans lack safe sanitation as aid-led solutions fail; a market-driven model now reaches millions, reframing the crisis as both a public health emergency and economic opportunity.

13 Nairobi schools benefit from new ICT labs, sanitation upgrade

By Mate Tongola   2026-03-24 18:02:29

A recent report revealed that only 21 per cent of teachers in public junior schools are trained in STEM subjects