Summary:
- According to the RDC Kisoro, Hajji Badru Sebyala, exposing body waste leads to poor hygiene and increases the spread of diseases, resulting in higher consumption of medicine in hospitals.
KISORO: Kisoro Central Police Station has given a period of 14 days to over 12 people who were arrested for not having latrines in their homes, causing poor sanitation in the community.
The released individuals are residents of Nyarurama village in Chahi Sub County, Kisoro District. They were convicted on Friday by police officers from Kisoro Central Police Station, with assistance from health inspectors.
According to the RDC Kisoro, Hajji Badru Sebyala, exposing body waste leads to poor hygiene and increases the spread of diseases, resulting in higher consumption of medicine in hospitals. He warned others who engage in similar practices that they could also be arrested at any time.
Sebyala emphasized that failure to build toilets will result in legal consequences.
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Nick Muneza, Assistant DHO in charge of disease prevention and surveillance in Kisoro, disclosed that despite training provided in March, the individuals failed to comply. He revealed that they have been charged under the Public Health Act and Penal Code.
Muneza urged the RDC to release them on the condition that they sign an agreement and comply within 14 days, which will aid investigations if they fail to adhere to the law.
CUE IN NICK MUNEZA……ON ARREST….RR//
Meanwhile, LC3 Chairperson of Chahi Sub County, Nsabimana Richard, stressed that having a toilet is a priority for every family. He urged those unable to construct one to take note, as they will be taken to court and face legal action.
CUE IN NSABIMANA…..ON RESIDENTS…..RR//
