Parents and guardians from several schools in Igoji East Ward, South Imenti Constituency in Meru County have raised an alarm over what they describe as a sanitation crisis in their children’s schools.
The parents says most schools lack proper toilets thus exposing their children to transmittable diseases and other dangers.
The concerned parents, drawn from Gatutune Primary, Rwarene Primary, and Nkugwe Primary, have appealed to their area MP Shadrack Mwiti, to prioritise the construction of new toilets.
They argue that the current state of sanitation facilities in the schools is not only inadequate but also poses a health hazard to hundreds of pupils.
“We are worried that our children are exposed to diseases every day because of the poor state of toilets in these schools. This matter needs immediate attention,” one parent said.
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Some schools have dilapidated pit latrines made of rusting iron sheets and crumbling stones.
In many cases, the structures are unsafe for use, raising fears that they could collapse.
Parents warned that the lack of proper facilities has left children vulnerable to diseases such as cholera, dysentery, and other sanitation-related illnesses.
They urged the legislator to act swiftly to improve hygiene standards in the schools, noting that proper sanitation is essential for the learners’ health and academic performance.
“Children cannot concentrate in class when they are worried about where to relieve themselves. It is a dignity issue that must be addressed,” another parent added.
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The appeal to MP Mwiti comes at a time when the Ministry of Education has emphasized the importance of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) facilities as a critical part of creating a conducive learning environment.
Parents are now calling on the MP and other relevant authorities to allocate funds for the immediate construction of toilets in the affected schools.
They argue that addressing the issue would not only safeguard the health of learners but also restore dignity in the schools.
“The safety and health of our children should be non-negotiable. We urge our leaders to take this as a priority,” said one guardian.
By John Majau
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