Improved Facilities and Environmental Hygiene in Kenya

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What is the main issue associated with improper waste disposal?

Spread of disease

Which method is recommended for household waste disposal in the text?

Recycling

What is the current open defecation rate in Kenya according to the text?

14%

Which convention does Kenya commit to in order to address sustainable waste management?

The Nairobi convention (2005)

What percentage of urban households in Kenya use improved sanitation facilities?

25.5%

Which type of toilet facility is most commonly used by rural Kenyans?

Open pit latrine

What percentage of the rural population in Kenya have access to improved sanitation?

32%

What is the main focus of environmental sanitation according to the Kenyan Environmental Sanitation and Hygiene Program (KESHP)?

A wide range of interventions designed to create and maintain an environment conducive to human health

What is one of the methods recommended for proper disposal of faeces according to the text?

Proper disposal of faeces in a toilet or pit-latrine

What is the primary aim of UN's Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) initiative as mentioned in the text?

Supporting innovation in sanitation

What is the main focus of Sustainable Development Goal 6 related to water and sanitation?

Ensuring access to clean water and sanitation for all by 2030

What is the coverage like for latrine facilities in Kenya based on the information provided?

Low latrine coverage with majority lacking access to improved facilities

Explore statistics and facts regarding improved facilities usage and environmental hygiene in urban and rural areas of Kenya, based on data from KDHS 2014.

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