Thousands of South African schools still rely on unsafe pit toilets, putting children’s lives at risk every day. Despite promises of change, this crisis continues to impact education, health, and dignity.

In this episode, our host, Arafat Gatabazi, speaks with Brian Lewis, Director at Envirosan Sanitation Solutions, to explore:

* The reality of sanitation in South African schools

* The devastating effects of unsafe toilets on children’s safety and education

* How organisations like Breadline Africa and WaterAid SA are making a difference

* How you can take action to push for change

Take Action:

📍 Report unsafe school toilets: Safe Schools App


📢 Advocate for policy change


🤝 Support NGOs like Breadline Africa

Every child deserves a safe, dignified learning environment.

#SafeSchools #EndPitToilets #SanitationForAll #BreadlineAfrica

Credits:

Production: Creafluence PTY LTD

Video:

* YouTube Video 1

* YouTube Video 2

Music: Pixabay.com

Reference Links:

* Breadline Africa – Toilet Crisis

* GroundUp’s article

* BBC News – South Africa

* Amnesty International

* UNICEF

* UNICEF WASH Programmes

* WaterAid South Africa

* SA News – Pit Toilets Eradication

* Business Live – Sanitation & Education