Lack of toilets exposes Mbale city’s dirty secrets

Mbale City is grappling with a growing sanitation crisis, as street cleaners like Ms Robinah Nandutu struggle daily in unsanitary conditions that not only make their jobs difficult but also pose severe health risks to the entire community.

Ms Nandutu, a 63, has spent years keeping the streets of Mbale clean. However, the challenges she faces have intensified recently, making her work almost unbearable. Despite these difficulties, she remains committed to her job, which provides a livelihood and supports her grandchildren’s education.

“I have been cleaning the streets of Mbale…